Going to the doctor after a work injury? – Part 2

Going to the doctor after a work injury? – When injured workers go to the doctor for the first time due to a work injury, they think they will see a kind doctor who will try to help them, but in reality, that doctor has been picked by the insurance company to...
FMLA and Work Injuries – WC & Other Laws! Part 1

FMLA and Work Injuries – WC & Other Laws! Part 1

FMLA and Work Injuries – Today we will discuss the interaction between Workers’ Compensation, a State Law, and the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), a Federal Law. When you are off work due to a Colorado work injury you have a right to lost wage benefits but what...
Final Admissions! Things That Happen at MMI

Final Admissions! Things That Happen at MMI

Final Admissions! Things That Happen at MMI – We are wrapping up our series about what happens when you reach MMI (Maximum Medical Improvement). We’ve talked about what happens when you’ve been given restrictions, an impairment rating, and when you...
Time in Workers Compensation – Part 2

Time in Workers Compensation – Part 2

Time in Workers Compensation – We’re continuing our discussion about how long these take in the legal system when it comes to Colorado work injuries! Making a “claim” for an injury is different and legally distinct from giving...
Things that Happen at MMI Maintenance Care

Things that Happen at MMI Maintenance Care

Things that Happen at MMI Maintenance Care –  The doctors may tell you that you’re at MMI but you might still need medical care. We’ll discuss the two types of medical care and help you figure the next steps to take care of your work injury. Things that Happen...