Ways Employers May Avoid Paying for Workers’ Compensation

Is your employer trying to avoid paying your workers’ compensation claim?

Are you worried you’ll be forced to go back to work before you’re ready?

Do you have health coverage that will cover future medical treatment?

If you’re having a hard time getting your employer to pay for your injury, it’s about time you hire one of our experienced Colorado workers’ compensation attorneys. We’ll be by your side through the whole process, so you can take your mind off the legal issues and focus on getting better. 

Some employers avoid using workman's comp by forcing an employee to return to work. Your employer may say that you won’t be required to perform your regular duties, but the work could still exacerbate your injury. They may even offer to pay your regular wages. It could be more than you’d receive through workers' compensation, however, you won’t be eligible for coverage of future medical treatment, or be protected from termination. 

You could be threatened with being fired or your employer could delay the entire process until you give up filing for worker’s compensation. A dishonest employer may request that an employee use his or her own health insurance to cover the medical costs of the injury, but this may prevent the employee from filing for workman's comp in the future or at least subject you to collection and being personally responsible for medical bills.

At Kaufman & Kaufman, LLC., our Colorado workers’ compensation attorneys will advocate your rights, and help you secure the benefits you need and deserve! 

If you have questions or concerns about your claim for workers’ compensation in Glenwood Springs, Colorado, please call us at (970) 945-2396 today to set up an appointment to discuss your rights. Your initial consult with our office is free!

Recorded Statements Can be a Trap for the Unwary

Are you worried you’ll be put in a trap if your statements are recorded?

Are you worried the insurance company will minimize your worker’s compensation benefits?

Are you having a hard time making ends meet?

If the insurance company wants you to make a recorded statement, it’s important that you know how to answer their questions properly. Having Colorado worker’s compensation attorneys on your side is crucial to having the best possible outcome for your case. 

After establishing rapport and confirming some basic information, the representative may ask leading questions such as:

• You've been at this job a long time haven't you?
• Did anything unusual happen that day?
• How has your accident affected your leisure activities? 

When an adjuster asks these kinds of questions, it means one thing: the insurance company is looking for a good reason to deny your claim.

Your attorney can serve as a buffer, protecting your rights while communicating with the insurance company. There are many ways to do this without jeopardizing your claim. Your attorney may agree to a recorded statement if he or she can be present. Your attorney may also ask the insurance adjuster to provide questions in writing, so you’ll be prepared ahead of time. However, your attorney may be able to resolve your claim through negotiations with the insurance company without requiring a recorded statement from you.

Colorado workers compensation attorneys have been representing injured workers on the Western Slope of Colorado with over 72 years of combined experience. We strive to provide fair, honest, and aggressive representation. Call (970) 945-2396 now to schedule your FREE initial consultation!

Fall Hazards are the Cause of Many Employees Being Injured at Work

Did you fall at work?

Did you suffer significant injury leading to a leave of absence?

Are you having trouble paying your medical bills?

According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), “floors and flooring materials contribute directly to more than 2 million fall injuries each year.” In Colorado, you’re eligible to file for workers’ compensation benefits if you get injured because of a fall at work. 

It’s your employer’s responsibility to ensure that their workers are safe on the job. They must also follow OSHA required standards for occupational health and safety to avoid falls and other injuries, including:

• Guardrail systems
• Safety net systems
• Personal fall protection systems
• Adopting safe work practices
• Appropriate training

Get Started Today: Contact Experienced Colorado Workers Compensation Attorneys!

If you have questions about your workers' compensation rights or fall protection, speak to an experienced Colorado workers compensation attorney today! We make sure you and your case get the attention you deserve! (970) 945-2396 

Decking the Office with Christmas Cheer? What Happens if You Fall?

Are you having trouble paying your bills due to a work-related illness?

Does your employer not believe that you’re injured?

Does your employer tell you nothing can be done to help you?

Christmas is a festive time of year! However, accidents happen, which can make the holiday time tough. If you were injured on the job, you can file for worker’s compensation benefits in Colorado. The little bit of money you receive from your claim should help you get through the holidays easier.

If your employer has one or more employees, it’s their responsibility to provide workers compensation coverage. So don’t let them tell you you’re not covered!

The holidays should be a happy time of year! You don’t want to spend your holiday worrying if you can give your family a great Christmas. Are you short of cash because you had to pay out so much for your recovery? Let us help you!

At Kaufman & Kaufman, LLC. our workers’ compensation attorneys can help you navigate your claims and handle the complicated administrative and legal procedures. What are you waiting for? Call (970) 945-2396 now to schedule your FREE initial consultation with one of our Colorado workers’ compensation attorneys. 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. 

Nurses File Workers Compensation Claims in Colorado

Are you a nurse who’s been hurt on the job?

Were you trained in proper lifting techniques?

Did your workplace utilize a safe patient handling program?

According to OSHA, “Nearly half (48 percent) of injuries resulting in days away from work are caused by exertion, such as lifting, bending or reaching. These motions often relate to patient handling.” It’s critical to receive medical attention if you’re in a lot of pain after lifting patients all day. You can make your injury a lot worse if you don’t treat your pain properly. 

Did you know your hospital can address the biggest cause of workplace injuries by implementing a program to promote safe lifting, repositioning, and transfer of patients? 

These programs include: 

• Utilizing ceiling-mounted lifts 
• Minimal-lift policies 
• Patient assessment tools 
• Training all caregivers and dedicated lifting teams on proper use of equipment 

If you don’t think your workplace has done enough to protect you and the other nurses on your staff, contact us today to discuss your rights. At Kaufman & Kaufman, LLC., our Colorado workers’ compensation attorneys will advocate your rights, and help you secure the benefits you need and deserve! 

Colorado workers compensation attorneys have been representing injured workers on the Western Slope of Colorado with over 72 years of combined experience. We strive to provide fair, honest, and aggressive representation. Call (970) 945-2396 now to schedule your FREE initial consultation!

Fatigue in the Workplace Can Lead to Injured Workers

Do you often find yourself tired while working?

Do you work long shifts that require a high level of physical activity?

Do you get the recommended amount of sleep per night?

According to the National Center of Biotechnology Information, “Fatigue is a workplace hazard and can be associated with safety and health of the worker. It affects the health and safety of both the employee and his/her colleagues.” Are you at risk of falling asleep on the job?

Causes of fatigue in the workplace:

• Lack of sleep
• Dim lighting 
• Long shifts requiring high levels of physical activity
• Not enough breaks in jobs that require high levels of mental activity 
• Sleep disorders
• Overindulging in alcohol, caffeine and nicotine 

If you or someone you know has fallen asleep on the job and was injured, contact an attorney today to learn your rights! Injured workers who were victims of their own or another party's fatigue may need financial assistance. Workers compensation is available to those who qualify through the Colorado workers' compensation insurance program. 

At Kaufman & Kaufman, LLC. our workers’ compensation attorneys can help you navigate your claims and handle the complicated administrative and legal procedures. What are you waiting for? Call (970) 945-2396 now to schedule your FREE initial consultation with one of our Colorado workers’ compensation attorneys. 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. 

Do You Have a Case?

Were you injured in a workplace accident?

Do you think your workplace was negligent or at fault for your accident?

Are you wondering if you’re eligible to file for a worker’s compensation claim?

There’s a very good chance you do!

You qualify for worker’s compensation benefits in Colorado if you work or have worked in any of the following positions:

• Agricultural worker
• Temp worker
• Seasonal worker
• Undocumented worker

Other positions may qualify, so it’s important to consult with a worker’s compensation lawyer about your rights as soon as possible. If you’re worried that you won’t be approved for additional benefits, you’re not the only one! But, with the help of an experienced Colorado workers compensation attorney you’ll find out if you have a valid claim for benefits!

If your health has been affected by your job, you’ve been hurt enough. Take some of the burden and worry away by contacting a Colorado workers’ compensation attorney. With an expert by your side through the whole process, you can take your mind off the legal issues and focus on getting better. Call today and get the support you deserve!

Get Started Today: Contact Experienced Colorado Workers Compensation Attorneys!

If you have questions about your workers' compensation rights, speak to an experienced Colorado workers compensation attorney today! We make sure you and your case get the attention you deserve! (970) 945-2396 

Job Related Hearing Loss Workers Compensation Claims

Have you suffered hearing loss or tinnitus from your job?

Has your quality of life diminished due to your hearing injury?

Are you having a hard time finding work because you’re now hard of hearing?

According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), employers are obligated to focus on the following to minimize hearing loss: noise exposure monitoring, engineering and administrative controls, use of hearing protection devices, education, and noise level evaluation.

Did your workplace follow the CDC’s rules before your accident? Imagine how your life would be different if your employer followed the required safety precautions for preventing hearing loss.  

Individuals who suffer from hearing loss can face a reality in which they experience difficulty:

• hearing high frequency sounds
• understanding speech
• communicating with loved ones, co-workers, and neighbors
• playing with children and grandchildren
• participating in normal social activities

Get Started Today! 

The first step in asserting your rights and getting your legally owed compensation is contacting a Colorado workers’ compensation attorney. If your health has been affected by your job, you’ve been hurt enough. Let us take some of the burden and worry away!

We’re open to almost everyone, from any industry or background, and we’re happy to help you with your case. With an expert by your side through the whole process, you can take your mind off the overwhelming legal issues and focus on getting better. Call today and get the support you deserve! 970-945-2396.

When Will Payments Begin?

Are you worried about getting your first workers comp check?

Are you having trouble making ends meet?

Are you wondering when your payments will begin?

According to the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment, “If the insurer determines you’re eligible for benefits, they will start paying for your authorized medical expenses and wage replacement (compensation), as soon as possible. Compensation benefits will be paid directly to you every 2 weeks to partially replace the wages you’re unable to earn due to your injury.”  

Your first payment won’t begin until your case has been admitted or ruled on by an administrative law judge, or until the two parties can agree upon a reasonable settlement. It may not go to trial, but your case needs to run its course to ensure you receive the maximum settlement possible. Want to ensure your rights are protected? Contact our experienced Colorado workers compensation attorneys today to get started.

Contact Experienced Colorado Workers Compensation Attorneys Today!

We’re willing to take on many cases that other attorneys find too difficult. Almost no case is too big or too small! We’ll investigate your case thoroughly and make sure you’re not being deprived out of what’s rightfully yours.

Let us help you today! Call (970) 945-2396 now to schedule your FREE initial consultation with one of our Colorado workers compensation attorneys. 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. Call (970) 945-2396 today!

Understanding the Hearing Process

Are you worried about your hearing?

Are you afraid you won’t be compensated fairly for your injury?

Are you unsure what to expect during the hearing process?

At Kaufman & Kaufman, LLC., we want you to know everything you can expect up front! As a result, you won’t be misled by the insurance company during questioning. You’ll know exactly what to say. Your mind will be much more at ease!

If your workers’ compensation claim is denied after you file, it will usually take three to four months to get a hearing. While an expedited hearing can be requested, it will usually not occur any faster than a regular hearing, because the other side often asks for a continuance to prepare their defense.

What Does the Hearing Process Include?

Discovery- During discovery, both sides exchange information, facts and evidence that will potentially be used in the hearing.

Medical Records- The respondents for the insurance companies will ask about your medical records for the past 10 years. This is one of the key defenses they have against your claim as they explore whether you have a history of similar injuries that were not work-related.

Pre-Existing Conditions- We’ll work closely with you to identify how your workplace accident triggered the pre-existing condition or how it made it worse than it already was, if applicable.

Hire Expert Colorado Workers Compensation Attorneys Today!

Colorado workers compensation attorneys have been representing injured workers on the Western Slope of Colorado with over 72 years of combined experience. We strive to provide fair, honest, and aggressive representation.

Let us help you today! Our expert workers compensation lawyers would like to ensure your rights are protected! Call (970) 945-2396 now to schedule your FREE initial consultation!

What is Maximum Medical Improvement?

Are you still in pain and worried that you won’t qualify for future benefits after your impairment rating?

What happens if you’re unhappy with the maximum medical improvement determination? 

Can you ask for a second opinion?

After a doctor determines your Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI), the doctor will provide you with an impairment rating. Your employer's insurance company will then use the doctor's determination to decide what, if any, future benefits you’re entitled to. If the insurance carrier admits permanent disability it will be done through a document called a "final admission of liability." At this point, any temporary disability benefits you have been receiving will stop.

According to Colorado state law, the insurer's decision will fall into one of four categories:

No future benefits: Your employer’s insurance company will decide that you’re not disabled and don’t require any further medical treatment related to your injury. 

Maintenance care benefits: Your employer’s insurer may determine that you need to undergo future medical care to maintain your condition. You can reach MMI even you need future care, as long as that future care is not expected to significantly improve your condition. 

Permanent partial disability: Permanent partial disability is awarded when you experience a permanent impairment or loss of function of a body part or body system, but you’re not so disabled that you can no longer work. Workers with permanent partial disability are entitled to a fixed benefit payment based on the doctor's disability rating and formulas set by state law. 

Permanent total disability: Permanent total disability is awarded to you if you’re disabled to the point that you can no longer earn wages in any future job. Permanent total disability benefits are paid for life. Usually, they’re the same as the temporary total disability payments that were made before you reached MMI; however, there’s a 50 percent offset for Social Security Disability benefits if you’re receiving these.

Are These MMI Decisions Final?

No, you’re allowed to dispute the doctor's determination that indicates MMI has been reached by asking for a Division Independent Medical Examination (DIME). Essentially, this is a request that another doctor issue a "second opinion" about your medical condition.

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If you have questions about your workers' compensation rights, speak to our experienced Colorado workers compensation attorneys today! We make sure you and your case get the attention you deserve! (970) 945-2396 

Accreditation of Physicians in Colorado Workers Compensation Cases

Have you heard too many horror stories about people who got stuck with a doctor they hated while recovering from a workplace accident?

Are you worried about finding a good doctor that can help aide you in your recovery?

Are you worried you’ll get stuck with an unaccredited doctor risking further injury or a longer recovery?

Getting and staying connected with a doctor for your workers comp injury is not a wonderful process. Nothing having to do with filing a claim is easy, but it’s the law, and we all have to follow it! 

According to Colorado workers compensation laws, your employer will provide you with a list of doctors that provide treatment for injured workers. However, if for some reason, you’re dissatisfied with your doctor, you’re allowed a one-time change within 90 days.

Don’t wait forever! The clock is ticking!

According to the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment, “Level I accreditation is available to chiropractors, podiatrists, dentists and physicians and PAs who don’t perform impairment ratings. Level II accreditation is available to qualified MDs and DOs who perform impairment ratings.” All of the doctors who are on the list that can provide treatment to you should be on the list provided by your employer. However, it’s important to do your research because some doctors may slip through the cracks. 

Ensure that your health is protected and your recovery is on an upward trajectory. It always makes sense to consult with an attorney first. No matter what happened in your case, we’ll let you know whether or not an attorney is needed immediately or at all. Don’t waste your time with a law firm that isn’t giving you answers, and charges you just to ask questions. Our Colorado workers compensation attorneys at Kaufman & Kaufman, LLC. won’t charge you anything to ask simple questions, so what are you waiting for? 

Call (970) 945-2396 now to schedule your FREE initial consultation with one of our Colorado workers compensation attorneys today.

Important Workers Compensation Claim Timeline

Are you worried about the timeline to file your workers compensation claim?

Are you worried time has run out?

Did you know that it’s your employer’s responsibility to file your claim with the insurance company?

According to the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment, this is the timeline to stick to if you want to receive workers compensation benefits.

Days                Responsible Party Action

Immediately:          Employer reports fatal injuries to division

Within 4 days: Injured worker reports injury in writing to employer

Within 10 days: Employer reports all injuries to carrier/insurer

Within 20 days:

Insurer files an admission or denial of liability after receiving notice of an injury in cases where lost time, permanency, an occupational disease or a fatality occurs or at any time where a claim has been filed with the Division.

Within 45 days of the date of mailing of the Notice of Contest:

Injured Worker Files Application for an Expedited Hearing if claim has been denied in error 

Within 30 days:

Injured Worker Must object to Final Admission of Liability if s/he disagrees with any part of it including:

 

• Filing for Division IME to dispute MMI or whole person impairment; or
• Filing for a hearing on any other issue

After 6 months:

Insurer, if injured worker objects to a Final Admission of Liability and takes no action to prosecute the claim for additional benefits, the insurer may petition the Director of the Division of Workers’ Compensation to close the claim

Within 4 weeks immediately following the termination of the continuous period of total disability:

Injured Worker Files an unemployment insurance claim

Contact Experienced Workers Compensation Attorneys in Colorado Today!

If you’re unsure whether you qualify or if you believe you’ve been wrongfully denied workers compensation benefits, speak to our experienced Colorado workers compensation attorneys 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. 

Closure of Claims & Petitions to Reopen Claims: What You Need to Know!

Have your workers compensation benefits run out, but you’re still in too much pain to go back to work?

Do you need more help recovering from your work injury?

Do you want to reopen your claim?

In the state of Colorado, closure of claims and petitions to reopen a case work like this: 

Closure of Claims

According to Colorado.gov, “when there is no action on a claim for at least 6 months, any of the parties may file a petition to close the claim for lack of prosecution. 

a. Following a request to close the claim for lack of prosecution, the director will issue an order requiring the parties to show evidence why the request should not be granted. A response shall be filed within 30 days of the date the order was mailed. 

b. If no response is filed within 30 days of the date the order was mailed, the claim shall be automatically closed, subject to the reopening provisions of the statute. If a response is filed within 30 days of the date the order was mailed, the director will determine whether the claim should remain open.”

Petitions to Reopen

According to Colorado.gov, you can file a petition to reopen your case based on the following:

1. “Change of medical condition shall be filed with a medical report containing a description of the claimant’s present condition and how the claimant’s condition has deteriorated or improved. 
2. Error, mistake, fraud, or overpayment shall identify specifically the error or mistake to be corrected or the basis for the alleged fraud or overpayment.”

Contact Experienced Colorado Workers Compensation Attorneys Today!

If you believe you’ve been wrongfully denied workers compensation benefits or need help reopening your claim, speak to our experienced Colorado workers compensation attorneys 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. 

Do I Qualify For Lost Wages?

How long have you been out recovering from your injury?

Are you worried about a huge loss in income?

Are you having a hard time paying all your bills?

According to the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment, “If you have missed more than 3 days or 3 shifts due to a work-related injury or illness, you may be eligible to receive wage replacement benefits known as temporary disability benefits. Benefits are paid by the insurer and are calculated from the 4th shift or 4th day you are unable to work. These benefits will stop when you go back to full-duty or when your treating medical provider has determined you have reached maximum medical improvement.” These benefits may reduced in a partial capacity.

If you’re worried that you won’t be approved for additional benefits, you’re not the only one! But, there’s no harm in trying, right? Especially with the help of an experienced Colorado workers compensation attorney to represent you, you’ll have the best shot there is!

Would it help to know that our Colorado workers compensation attorney have been able to get great results for people just like you? Regardless of your situation, you deserve your legally owed compensation, and shouldn’t have to fear that you won’t be able to provide for your family. We’ve helped people from every walk of life, whether you’ve immigrated here, your boss tells you that you don’t deserve worker’s comp, or possibly even if you’re suffering from a work-related illness years after it happened.

File For Temporary Disability Benefits Today!

Don’t let the stress of missing work due to an injury or illness keep you from getting your compensation! Let our lawyers do the hard work and fight for you. Almost no case is too small for our team. If you think you are owed compensation, call us today for a free consultation at (970) 945-2396.

Knee Injury Workers Compensation Benefits in Colorado

Do you suffer from a knee injury?

Are you able to work after suffering from your knee injury?

Do you have sufficient evidence to prove that your injury happened on the job and that it wasn’t a pre-existing condition?

Many people are unsure whether they qualify for workers compensation benefits after a knee injury, especially if they suffer from a pre-existing condition. In the state of Colorado, you may be eligible for workers compensation benefits, however it’s important to speak with experienced Colorado workers compensation attorneys first to make sure!  

According to the Colorado Workers’ Compensation Act, you may qualify for temporary total disability pay. In addition, your medical bills may be covered by the company’s workers compensation insurance, including mileage to and from the doctor. Call our workers compensation attorneys' today to see if you qualify!

Additionally, insurers may provide partial and or total disability benefits for a workers’ compensation settlement if you’re unable to return to employment. Attorneys at our firm will also fight for your right to claim your settlement over a period of time, or in a lump-sum payment.

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If you’re unsure whether you qualify or if you believe you’ve been wrongfully denied workers compensation benefits, speak to our experienced Colorado workers compensation attorneys 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. Attendance

Can I Receive Workers Compensation If I’m injured While Traveling For Work?

Do you travel a lot for your job?

Does your employer ensure your safety while you’re traveling for the sole benefit of the company?

Are you wondering if workers compensation benefits apply if you’re injured while on the job traveling for your employer?

It’s important to stay safe while traveling whether it’s for personal or business reasons. It’s common to be worried about the “what ifs” when you travel. The Colorado workers compensation attorneys at Kaufman & Kaufman, LLC. have been working with injured workers for over five decades. We’ll ensure your rights are protected and ensure the best settlement possible for your case. 

Contact Experienced Colorado Workers Compensation Attorneys Today!

Have you been injured while traveling for work? Speak to an experienced Colorado workers compensation attorney 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.

Is it Reasonable to Worry About Being Fired for Filing a Claim?

Have you heard about people losing their jobs after filing a workers’ compensation claim? Are you considering keeping quiet about a workplace injury so you can keep your job?

Colorado law has a few specific statutes which lay out the rules and regulations for termination of employment. No statute exists to protect workers who have filed compensation claims from being fired, but common law does provide some protection.

It is illegal for an employer to fire a worker because that worker filed a compensation claim. However, the act being illegal does not keep people from doing it. Because you must prove you were fired because of the workers’ compensation claim, some employers may find another reason to justify your termination, creating a loophole in the law.

So, unfortunately, worrying about losing your job after filing a claim is reasonable; but you should know, the law is on your side!

If your health has been affected by your job, you’ve been hurt enough. Take some of the burden and worry off your plate by contacting a Colorado workers’ compensation attorney. With an expert by your side through the whole process, you can take your mind off the overwhelming legal issues and focus on getting better. Call today and get the support you deserve!

How Can I Change Doctors or Get a Second Opinion for My Workers’ Comp Case?

Are you unhappy with the treatment you’re receiving following a work-related injury? Are you looking for a second evaluation of your condition? Did you know it’s your right to receive quality care at no cost?

You’ve already been through a lot, being injured at work and unable to continue with your job, even if that’s only short term; feeling that you’re being misdiagnosed or that your doctor is understating your diagnosis is not something you should have to deal with. If you aren’t satisfied with the doctor handling your case, you have options!

1. Change Your Doctor

If you aren’t getting the care you deserve, you can, and should, change your doctor. But you can’t choose just any doctor. When you suffer an injury at work you’re supposed to get a list of doctors from your employer. If no such list is provided, you’re free to select any doctor but you should be sure the doctor accepts workers’ compensation insurance. You can submit a request to change your physician, within 90 days of your injury.

Make the switch as early as possible to avoid any issues with processing your case.

2. Get a Second Opinion

If you’re unhappy with the conclusion your doctor has drawn about your condition, you need to know about the Colorado DIME process. DIME stands for Division Independent Medical Exam and it involves having your condition or injury officially evaluated by second a doctor.

You would consider the DIME process once your doctor has determined you’ve reached maximum medical improvement (MMI) and, for example, considers you able to return to work immediately at full capacity, but you disagree.

3. Consult the Experts, Your Colorado Workers’ Compensation Attorney!

All the rules, options, and scenarios (not to mention paperwork) can be a lot for one person to handle without a law degree. Because getting the care, support, and benefits you deserve is too important to risk, consider having an experienced Colorado workers’ compensation attorney by your side as you navigate the difficult waters.

Whether you’re just starting the process or already know you want a second opinion, give us a call today, and we’ll guide you through whatever comes next!

Colorado Work Injury Settlements

Have you suffered an injury due to a slip and fall accident at work?

Are you worried about paying your medical bills?

Are you having problems making ends meet?

In the state of Colorado, the property owner has a responsibility to keep the sidewalk clear and free of obstacles, but the person who's walking also has some responsibility for their own safety. If you slip and fall in a parking lot that you’re designated to park in, your employer is automatically responsible without question.

It’s very common that you may have a third party claim as well. For example, if you get into a car accident in a designated parking lot with another driver and suffer a severe injury, you may have a third party claim. You may be able to sue the driver of the vehicle, as well as, retain workers compensation benefits for lost wages as a result of having to take time off work.

If you have evidence to help support your claims, you have a better shot at proving your case and ultimately receiving the best settlement for your injury. However, are you afraid that with even a mountain of evidence your insurance company will cheat you out of what’s rightfully yours? You may need to speak with an experienced attorney about your rights!

Contact Experienced Glenwood Springs Workers Comp Attorneys Today!

If you’re unsure whether you qualify or if you believe you’ve been wrongfully denied workers compensation benefits, speak to our experienced Glenwood Springs workers comp attorneys 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. Call (970) 945-2396 today!

Is Getting Social Security Disability and Workers Comp Double Dipping?

Are you worried about double dipping on your benefits?

Are you worried your workers compensation benefits won’t be approved because of social security disability?

Are you worried about making ends meet if you fail to get approved for workers compensation benefits?

Colorado is a reverse offset state. What does that mean? Your benefits may be reduced if you’re a current recipient of social security disability. If you have any questions on whether you qualify, call an attorney today.

Our Grand Junction workers compensation attorneys at Kaufman & Kaufman, LLC, have been helping injured workers fight for their rights for more than five decades. Regardless of your situation, you deserve your legally owed compensation, and you shouldn’t have to fear that you won’t be able to provide for your family. We’ve helped people from every walk of life, whether you’ve immigrated here, your boss tells you that you don’t deserve worker’s comp, or possibly even if you’re suffering from a work-related illness years after it happened.

File for Grand Junction Workers Compensation Benefits Today!

We’re willing to take on many cases that other attorneys find too difficult. Almost no case is too big or too small! We’ll investigate your case thoroughly and make sure you’re not being deprived out of what’s rightfully yours.

Let us help you today! Call (970) 945-2396 now to schedule your FREE initial consultation with a Grand Junction workers compensation attorneys. Enter your location at the bottom of this web page to receive step-by-step directions.

What if I Was Injured While Taking a Break?

Were you injured while taking a break at work?

Are your doctor bills piling up?

Do you want to know what your rights are?

While workers’ comp laws vary from state to state, in many cases, companies will have to pay if a worker is injured in recreational, social or athletic injuries if they happen during the course of employment. For example, your employer might have to pay comp for an injury if:

• The activity took place on company premises during lunch or a recreational event;
• Your company required participation; or
• Your company received direct benefit from the worker’s participation, such as advertising the company logo on shirts or hats during games or practice.

It’s important to consult with expert Grand Junction workers compensation attorneys about your rights. Last year, we won many workers compensation benefits for our clients ranging from simple cases to very complex ones. We’re willing to take on many cases that other attorneys find too difficult. Almost no case is too big or too small! We’ll investigate your case thoroughly and make sure you’re not being deprived out of what’s rightfully yours.

Hire Expert Grand Junction Workers Compensation Attorneys Today!

Grand Junction workers compensation attorneys have been representing injured workers on the Western Slope of Colorado with over 72 years of combined experience. We strive to provide fair, honest, and aggressive representation.

Let us help you today! Our expert workers compensation lawyers would like to ensure your rights are protected! Call (970) 945-2396 now to schedule your FREE initial consultation!

Beware of Other Drivers: No Workers Compensation Coverage While Traveling To & From Work!

Were you injured in an accident while traveling to or from work?

You may think your employer is liable for your injuries because if you didn’t have to go into work, maybe the accident wouldn’t have happened in the first place. However, in the state of Colorado, you must be on the clock or the time in question must have occurred while running errands for the sole benefit of your employer. 

Were you performing employment duties? For example, dropping off mail, picking up a client, running an errand for your boss, picking up supplies for the office, or even parking in an assigned parking lot may fall under the category of acceptance for workers compensation coverage in the state of Colorado.

Most states follow the "while in the course of employment" rule. The rule basically states that regardless of an employee's physical location or the time of day she's injured, if performing assigned job duties, the injury is considered a work place accident and is covered by workers' compensation. While this rule seems clear, it remains the subject of thousands of legal disputes each year. 

Colorado workers compensation attorneys at Kaufman & Kaufman, LLC. have successfully represented clients for over 54 years. We strive to provide fair, honest, and aggressive representation. Our expert workers compensation lawyers would like to ensure your rights are protected!

Hire Our Experienced Colorado Workers Compensation Attorneys Today!

If you want to file a claim for workers compensation benefits in the Western Slope against your employer, but would like to ensure your rights are protected, call our Colorado workers compensation attorneys today! We practice Colorado Workers' Compensation Law because we care about injured workers. Your case is very important. We make sure you and your case get the attention you deserve!

Let our lawyers do the hard work and fight for you. Almost no case is too small for our team. If you think you’re owed compensation, call (970) 945-2396 now to schedule your FREE initial consultation with our workers compensation attorneys.

Exposed to Toxic Fumes? You May Be Entitled to Compensation.

Do you work in a chemical plant?

Do you work in a factory where you’re exposed to toxic fumes?

Are you concerned about your health?

If you’ve contracted an illness or a disease on the job caused by toxic fumes, you may be eligible for Colorado workers compensation attorneys!

worker’s compensation in Colorado or the Western Slope! In most instances, toxic chemical exposure occurs in jobs where you work in a factory or location where dangerous chemicals are used, manufactured, or mined, for example, oil and gas companies. Imagine the peace of mind you’ll have when you hand over your case to our team of experienced, competent
If you suffer a chemical exposure injury on the job, you may be entitled to file a workers’ compensation claim. All that you have to do is prove that you were exposed to hazardous chemicals on the job and that, as a result of that exposure, you were injured.

In order to ensure that your workers’ compensation claim is accepted, you need to do the following:

• report your exposure to a supervisor as soon as possible
• make sure to explain exactly how your exposure occurred
• get the names of everyone who may have witnessed your exposure
• get medical treatment as soon as possible
• make sure to explain to your health care providers that you were exposed to a toxic chemical 

Contact Experienced Colorado Workers Compensation Attorneys Today!

If you’re unsure whether you qualify or if you believe you’ve been wrongfully denied workers compensation benefits, speak to our experienced Colorado workers compensation attorneys 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. Call (970) 945-2396 today!