Law Enforcement Claims

Who Falls Under Law Enforcement?

This page is for Colorado law enforcement professionals who aren’t classified as “police officers” but still work in public safety and legal enforcement. We represent:

• Sheriff’s deputies
• County detention officers
• Correctional facility staff (state and private)
• Parole and probation officers
• Jail medical and transport staff
• Juvenile justice officers
• State troopers and investigators
• Fugitive recovery agents and warrant officers

If your injury happened while performing your law enforcement duties — regardless of uniform or rank — you may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits.

Common Law Enforcement Injuries We Handle

Whether you’re working behind bars or in the field, law enforcement professionals face intense physical and psychological strain. Common injuries include:

• Back and joint injuries from physical altercations or long shifts in gear
• Head trauma from assaults or slip-and-fall incidents
• Broken bones from inmate or detainee attacks
• Hearing loss from repeated noise exposure
• PTSD from violent incidents or critical events
• Emotional trauma from threats, suicide attempts, or riots
• Infectious disease exposure (Hepatitis, COVID, etc.)
• Crush or restraint injuries during takedowns or transport

These aren’t “just part of the job” — they’re work injuries, and they deserve proper compensation and care.

Mental Health Protections in Colorado

Colorado law now provides presumptive coverage for PTSD and other mental impairments for qualifying first responders — including many law enforcement professionals.

If you’ve been diagnosed with a psychological condition after a traumatic on-duty event (such as a death in custody, violent assault, or suicide), you may qualify for:

• Psychological treatment with no out-of-pocket costs
• Time off to recover with temporary wage benefits
• Protection against retaliation for reporting the condition

We’ll help you determine if your position qualifies — and fight for your right to recover fully, not just physically.

What Benefits Can You Receive?

If your workers’ comp claim is approved, you may receive:

• 100% coverage for approved medical treatment
• Temporary wage replacement during recovery
• Permanent disability compensation if applicable
• Psychological support and counseling
• Mileage and travel reimbursement for treatment
• Survivor benefits for fatal injuries or illnesses

We also help clients challenge denied claims and fight back when employers or insurers minimize their injuries.

Why Law Enforcement Professionals Choose Kaplan Morrell

You do a job few people fully understand — and you deserve a legal team who truly gets it. Kaplan Morrell has represented public safety and law enforcement professionals across Colorado for more than 25 years.

Here’s why our clients trust us:

• Experience with law enforcement-specific injury claims
• Familiarity with jail, correctional, and transport working conditions
• Real communication and full case support — start to finish
• No attorney fees unless we win

“I didn’t feel like I had to explain my job or prove I was telling the truth. Kaplan Morrell knew exactly what I was dealing with, and they made sure I got everything I was owed.” — Corrections Officer Client, Colorado

What to Do If You’ve Been Injured in the Line of Duty

1. Report your injury immediately — even if it’s emotional or cumulative.
2. Seek medical treatment through your employer’s designated provider.
3. Document everything — including use-of-force reports or incident logs.
4. Call Kaplan Morrell to protect your rights and make your case as strong as possible.

You Keep Order — Let Us Fight for Justice
You’ve spent your career enforcing the law. When injury disrupts your life, let Kaplan Morrell enforce your rights. We’re here to stand beside Colorado’s law enforcement professionals — in every uniform, every agency, every county.

📞 Contact us now for a free, confidential consultation. No fees unless we win your case.