Monday, October 12, 2015

Can I File For Permanent Disability Workers Compensation Benefits?

Did you lose permanent functionality to a body part or system because of a work injury?
 

Are you unable to make a full recovery?
 

Are you worried it may be too late to file for workers compensation benefits?
 

Don’t be afraid to pick up the phone to call an experienced Glenwood Springs workers compensation attorney and know for sure!
 

The Glenwood Springs workers compensation attorney at Kaufman & Kaufman, LLC. has successfully represented clients for over 53 years. We strive to provide fair, honest, and aggressive representation. Our expert workers compensation attorney would like to ensure that your rights are protected!
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According to the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment, “there are two types of permanent partial disability:
 

Scheduled Impairment: loss of function affecting the toes, feet, legs, fingers, hands, arms, eyes, vision or hearing, compensated based on a schedule of values related to each body part
 


Non-Scheduled (Whole Person) Impairment: loss of function affecting body parts not listed on the schedule above, such as the spine, lungs, and mental function, compensated based on factors of impairment rating assigned by the doctor, age factors, a fixed factor of 400 weeks, and temporary total disability rate.”
 

There’s also permanent total disability meaning the injured worker is unable to work, as a result, the worker is paid workers compensation benefits for the remainder of their life.
 

No one should be denied their rights because they have a limited means to file for benefits. Contact our experienced Glenwood Springs workers compensation attorney at Kaufman & Kaufman, LLC. today! We make sure you and your case get the attention you deserve!

The initial consult with our office is free. If you have a question or concern about your claim for Colorado Workers' Compensation, please set up an appointment with us to discuss your rights.