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How do I file for workers’ compensation in Colorado?

Colorado state law requires all public and private employers to provide workers’ compensation coverage for their employees and to pay for the policy. That means that if you suffer an on-the-job injury in Colorado and you are a full- or part-time employee, you have the right to file a workers’


Alleged hit-and-run drunk driving accident kills 2

Drivers and pedestrians in Denver and throughout Colorado are keenly aware of the risk of encountering a drunk driver when out and about. A drunk driving crash can cause serious injuries and death not just to those who are in other vehicles or are pedestrians, but for those who are


Why insurers deny workers’ comp claims

After you sustained a workplace injury or developed a work-related condition, you may be relying on receiving Colorado workers’ compensation benefits. Unfortunately, some injured workers receive a claim denial instead. If you receive a denial, it is important to understand the reasons this can happen. In some cases, you may


Driver cited for accident after police reverse initial conclusion

A police report from the scene of an accident carries significant weight in court. This authoritative description of the event can play an important role when seeking compensation for one’s losses due to another individual’s negligence. But what if the police get the story wrong? It recently happened right here in


Stay safe and sober this Fourth of July

Fourth of July is a time to get together with friends, eat barbecue and drink some beers. However, you want to make sure you do not go overboard. According to a report from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, the Fourth of July is the second deadliest day of the year


Jail sentence for Colorado driver in hit-and-run accident

Fleeing the scene of an accident is a crime in Denver. The story of a driver who was recently sentenced for doing just that illustrates the devastating effect it can have on a victim and the victim’s family. The hit-and-run accident occurred last summer when the driver, a woman in her late forties, struck


When multiple parties are at fault in an auto accident (Part 2)

Sometimes it’s crystal clear which party is responsible for causing a car crash. Other times, it may be that multiple parties involved in an auto accident all bear some responsibility. How does a Colorado court decide how to award damages in such a situation? We looked at one legal theory last week,


Understanding sideswipe collisions

When one vehicle collides with the side of another car, the official report generally classifies it as a sideswipe collision. The public may not focus on these accidents as much as rear-end and head-on collisions, but they result in a significant number of total accidents each year. In fact, around


4 ways to prevent workplace back injuries

Back injuries are prevalent in the workplace. Many Denver area employees do not realize that their employers are not solely responsible for keeping safe and injury-free while at work; workers must also practice responsible and acceptable behavior while on the job to prevent back injuries. Back injuries are a significant


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Whose fault was it? This is likely to be one of the first questions Denver residents hear after a motor vehicle accident. Sometimes, the answer is not in dispute, but other times it could be that both drivers were guilty of some level of negligent behavior. In these situations, it’s important