“What if my employer doesn’t have workers’ compensation insurance?”

If you’re injured at your workplace and don’t have access to workers’ comp coverage, you have two options:

 

1.     Pursue benefits from your uninsured employer – They’re liable to offer you benefits an insurance company would have provided, plus a 25% penalty. Or you can also choose to file a personal injury lawsuit against your employer for the benefits you’re entitled to.

2.     Seek aid from the uninsured employers’ fund – Colorado has a safety net for injured workers under uninsured employers. This will help you pay some of your expenses including: medical expenses and wage loss. To be eligible, the injury should have occurred after January 1, 2020, while you were working for an uninsured employer. You must also have a conclusive order from a judge confirming your entitlement to workers’ compensation benefits.

 

Learn more about your options when it comes to workers’ compensation benefits if your employer is uninsured here.

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

Make Sure You Receive Proper Training to Avoid the Most Common Workplace Injuries

If you’re starting a new job, it’s crucial to make sure you can handle all the physical requirements needed for the position. You also need to receive adequate training for your new position. If you find yourself struggling, you should consider reaching out to your supervisor, so you don’t overextend yourself and cause a workplace injury.

Learn more about the most common reasons workers are injured on the job here.

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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.

What Kind of Workers Compensation Benefits Am I Entitled To in Aspen, Colorado?

Were you injured in a work accident?
 
Do you need help paying your medical bills?
 
Are you wondering what is covered by workers compensation benefits?

According to Colorado workers compensation laws Article 42 Sec 8-42-101, there are a variety of benefits and settlements for injured or ill workers that include: medical benefits, lost wages, permanent disability benefits, temporary disability benefits, and disfigurement.
 
However, depending on the facts of the case, our attorneys may be able to maximize all of the benefits you’re entitled to. We can’t promise anything but to fight for what’s rightfully yours!
 
What does this actually mean? It means that it always makes sense to consult with an attorney first. No matter what the 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 Aspen workers compensation attorney at Kaufman & Kaufman, LLC. won’t charge you anything to ask simple questions, so what are you waiting for?
 
If you want to file a claim for workers compensation benefits in the Western Slope against your employer, but would like to ensure that your rights are protected, call our Aspen workers compensation attorney today!
 
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For more information about workers compensation benefits in Aspen, Glenwood Springs, Grand Junction, Rifle or the surrounding areas, visit us at ColoradoAttorney.com, or contact us here!

"Can I See My Own Doctor?"

Are you worried about seeing a different doctor?
 
Are you worried that if you see your doctor, your medical benefits may not be covered by workers comp?
 
How much of your settlement will cover your doctor bills?

These are very common questions, however every case is different. According to Colorado workers compensation laws Article 42 Sec 8-42-101, “Every employer, regardless of said employer's method of insurance, shall furnish such medical, surgical, dental, nursing, and hospital treatment, medical, hospital, and surgical supplies, crutches, and apparatus as may reasonably be needed at the time of the injury or occupational disease and thereafter during the disability to cure and relieve the employee from the effects of the injury.”
 
Also, immediately after you provide a written notice to your employer you’re provided with a list of doctors that provide treatment for injured workers. However, if for some reason you are dissatisfied with your first doctor you’re allowed to choose your own doctor within the first 90 days of filing.
 
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 Aspen workers compensation attorney at Kaufman & Kaufman, LLC. won’t charge you anything to ask simple questions, so what are you waiting for?
 
Don’t be led astray because you’re scared to stand up for your rights. We help the little guy in a fight! Our vision is that no person should be denied justice.
 
Let us help you today! Call (970) 945-2396 now to schedule your FREE initial consultation with a Aspen workers compensation attorney. Enter your location at the bottom of this web page to receive step-by-step directions.