Workers’ Comp is a valuable asset to both employee and employer. It creates confidence and assurances that if an employee is injured on or by the job, they can quickly and easily receive help and benefits.
At Hull & Zimmerman, many people come to us who don’t know how workers’ compensation works or how to take advantage of it when they’re entitled to it. We’d like to help those in need of this information. Our legal team is prepared to walk you through everything you need to know and understand about your workers’ compensation rights.
Workers’ compensation, sometimes called workers’ comp or workmen’s compensation, is an insurance that a company pays into that will provide payment and benefits to an employee who has been injured on the job. It’s important to know that when an employee is hurt or becomes ill while working and decides to file a workers’ comp claim in Colorado, the employee can not sue the employer for negligence at a later time.
Workers’ comp insurance covers all work-related injuries or illnesses and will help with medical expenses, lost wages, and more. Our attorneys have the experience to get you monetary aid should you require ongoing medical treatment or are unable to work in any capacity in the future. In cases that prove future work or employment impossible, having one of our seasoned workman’s comp attorneys by your side will ensure you get the maximum compensation.
If your quality of life suffers because of an occupational injury, you should be compensated accordingly.
Our Denver workers’ comp injury lawyers have seen various injured parties who have been hurt or become ill on the job. Some of the most common reasons for injury include:
While causes vary, many are due to the following:
There are a variety of scenarios that allow you to file a workers’ compensation claim, including:
In extreme cases, death may be the result of a workplace injury and our team is prepared to provide counsel to the family who has lost a loved one and get them the workers’ compensation benefits they are entitled to receive.
Because there are many possibilities when it comes to getting workman’s compensation, speaking to our lawyers who know the system and understand how to get the best results is a safe and smart move. You have a lot going on; let our legal experts help.
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In most states, workers’ compensation is mandatory for most employers. In Colorado, an employer with at least one employee must have workers’ compensation insurance.
The Workers’ Compensation Act of Colorado was passed in 1915, it states that,
It is the intent of the general assembly that the “Workers’ Compensation Act of Colorado” be interpreted so as to assure the quick and efficient delivery of disability and medical benefits to injured workers at a reasonable cost to employers, without the necessity of any litigation, recognizing that the workers’ compensation system in Colorado is based on a mutual renunciation of common law rights and defenses by employers and employees alike.
The intent is to create a safety net for the employer and the employee. For the employer, it ensures they don’t lose their business or livelihood to pay for the care of those employed who are injured. For the employee, it ensures the injured party receives benefits to get the care and compensation they are due.
There are a handful of laws that one needs to know about Colorado’s workers’ comp. One, we discussed above, all employers who have at least one employee must have this insurance. This is for the safety of all parties.
Below we discuss other crucial elements.
If an employee is injured at work, they must report it immediately. It should be submitted in writing within four days of the occurrence, and the employer must submit their claim within ten days. If the employee misses the window, they can still file the claim; however, they may incur penalties.
Our attorneys advise to always take notes, pictures, and videos when possible, and getting contact information from witnesses is smart and can help your matter should issues arise.
Here are the best steps to follow after a workplace injury:
Those injured at work who file a workers’ compensation claim need not worry about fault. Colorado’s no-fault system protects the employee from having to prove who is at fault for the injury.
No matter the circumstances, the employee has a right to file a claim and get compensation. However, if the insurance provider finds that the employee jeopardized themselves, they may reduce the amount of the benefit received.
If you work for a sole proprietor, you may not have access to workers’ compensation benefits. Sole proprietors are not considered employees in Colorado. If you’re concerned, you should ask about this and determine if the job is a good fit before starting, so you are fully aware of your rights, responsibilities, and risks.
If you have any questions about how to manage your workers’ comp claim, please contact our office and let us help.
Workers’ comp insurance is a vital component to any company that has employees. It removes the uncertainty that can occur when an employee becomes hurt or ill at work.
Loss can be high for all parties, so having this compulsory insurance is responsible and smart.
In most cases, workman’s comp will get the injured employee benefits to cover medical expenses, both immediate and continuous, disability benefits, lost wages, and death benefits. While the employee is treated for their injury, two-thirds of their weekly wage is generally distributed through temporary disability.
With this insurance, the employer will have the financial means to provide for the injured party and safety in knowing the company can’t be sued in the future by that party, reducing their liability.
Colorado’s workers’ compensation insurance can be tricky to navigate. Our legal team is here to give you advice and insight. Don’t miss an opportunity to get the benefits you’re entitled to. Contact us today to learn how we can help you.
After you’ve experienced a workplace injury, you don’t have to handle the filing of your workers’ compensation claim alone. Not only does the filing of these claims take a lot of time, but they can also get complicated.
A skilled workers’ compensation attorney will provide you with all of your options and be able to give you reliable insights on what you can expect.
Our workers’ compensation attorneys at Hull & Zimmerman are experienced in the successful management of your workers’ compensation claim and we are dedicated to getting you the compensation for your injuries, medical treatment, loss of wages, and loss of quality of life warrant.
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At Hull & Zimmerman, P.C., we are honored to help accident victims in their time of need, and take our responsibility as personal injury lawyers incredibly seriously. We know how important it is for victims to secure the full and fair compensation they need following a serious accident, and that is why we take a hands-on, personalized approach to every case we handle.
awarded to a woman who was a victim of a car crash. The woman was driving the highway when the other driver approaching from the opposite direction lost control of his vehicle, crossed the center line and hit her head on. She suffered multiple broken bones, including her hip, pelvis, leg, and right arm. She missed several years of work as a result of her injuries. Read More
awarded to a woman who was the victim of a t-bone car crash. The client suffered multiple injuries. The most significant of which was a head injury. While she was ultimately able to return to work on a part-time basis, Plaintiff was never able to return to work on a full-time basis. Read More
settlement awarded to a lady who suffered a head injury. She slipped and fell in a slanted parking lot at her place of employment. Evidence demonstrated that the owner of the building had constructed a fence shading the parking lot such that ice was allowed to continuously accumulate during the winter months. Multiple people had fallen on the ice prior to the client’s fall. As a result of her injuries, Plaintiff was forced to take early retirement. Read More
awarded to a man whose vehicle was hit from behind by a semi. The injured party suffered back pain and rotator cuff tears in each shoulder and was forced to retire from his job doing road repair four years earlier. Read More
settlement (policy limits) awarded to a young man who lost his eye when another child shot an arrow into the air. Read More
settlement obtained for a man who was injured in a rear end automobile accident. He suffered a herniated disc in his low back which was not well resolved by surgery forcing him to leave his employment as an apartment maintenance manager. Read More
awarded to a gentleman in association with a workman’s compensation case. He initially sustained a head injury at work when attacked by a patient. Several years later, his condition worsened resulting in his inability to return to work in his usual job. Read More
settlement achieved in a legal malpractice case. The client initially suffered a herniated disc in her neck in association with an automobile accident. The attorney failed to file the lawsuit in a timely manner and the Plaintiff was initially denied her ability to achieve any monies from the original lawsuit. Read More
settlement awarded to a man who was a victim of an automobile accident. Plaintiff was a passenger who was rear-ended by another driver. Following the accident, he suffered a long term back injury. Read More
settlement awarded to a lady who aggravated a pre-existing back condition when she slipped and fell at the entrance to a casino. Read More
awarded to a woman who suffered a rotator cuff tear from an automobile accident. Read More
$1,250,000.00 –awarded to a woman who was a victim of a car crash. The woman was driving the highway when the other driver approaching from the opposite direction lost control of his vehicle, crossed the center line and hit her head on. She suffered multiple broken bones, including her hip, pelvis, leg, and right arm. She missed several years of work as a result of her injuries.
$1,200.000.00 –awarded to a woman who was the victim of a t-bone car crash. The client suffered multiple injuries. The most significant of which was a head injury. While she was ultimately able to return to work on a part-time basis, Plaintiff was never able to return to work on a full-time basis.
$450,000.00 –settlement awarded to a lady who suffered a head injury. She slipped and fell in a slanted parking lot at her place of employment. Evidence demonstrated that the owner of the building had constructed a fence shading the parking lot such that ice was allowed to continuously accumulate during the winter months. Multiple people had fallen on the ice prior to the client’s fall. As a result of her injuries, Plaintiff was forced to take early retirement.
$425,000 –awarded to a man whose vehicle was hit from behind by a semi. The injured party suffered back pain and rotator cuff tears in each shoulder and was forced to retire from his job doing road repair four years earlier.
$300,000.00 –settlement (policy limits) awarded to a young man who lost his eye when another child shot an arrow into the air.
$300,000.00 –settlement obtained for a man who was injured in a rear end automobile accident. He suffered a herniated disc in his low back which was not well resolved by surgery forcing him to leave his employment as an apartment maintenance manager.
$250,000.00 –awarded to a gentleman in association with a workman’s compensation case. He initially sustained a head injury at work when attacked by a patient. Several years later, his condition worsened resulting in his inability to return to work in his usual job.
$250,000.00 –settlement achieved in a legal malpractice case. The client initially suffered a herniated disc in her neck in association with an automobile accident. The attorney failed to file the lawsuit in a timely manner and the Plaintiff was initially denied her ability to achieve any monies from the original lawsuit.
$150,000.00 –settlement awarded to a man who was a victim of an automobile accident. Plaintiff was a passenger who was rear-ended by another driver. Following the accident, he suffered a long term back injury.
$125,000.00 –settlement awarded to a lady who aggravated a pre-existing back condition when she slipped and fell at the entrance to a casino.
$75,000.00 –awarded to a woman who suffered a rotator cuff tear from an automobile accident.
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