Workers in Colorado are exposed to many different kinds of occupational hazards. Sometimes, the origin of a person’s illness is related to a work condition that they were unaware of initially. A flight attendant with Delta Airlines recently won a…
In Colorado, any type of construction work has its inherent dangers. However, some projects are riskier than others. For those who are stationed in work zones, it can place them in jeopardy that goes beyond the normal challenges with construction.…
Over Labor Day weekend, hitting the road becomes a popular option for Colorado residents looking to enjoy picnics, sporting events and many other festivities. All the fun comes with some responsibilities, including being a careful driver. The risks of car…
Construction workers in Colorado face a lot of work hazards, including eye injuries. According to the National Center for Biotechnology Information, construction workers are more at risk for eye injuries than workers in any other industry. In fact, around 20%…
You probably completely ignore one of the biggest risks you take every day. When you get behind the wheel of a car or ride as a passenger in someone else’s vehicle, you are at risk of getting into a crash.…
Distracted driving remains one of the biggest causes of fatalities in motor vehicle accidents in Colorado. According to the latest data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there were just over 36,000 fatalities in 2019. What’s worse is…
Colorado home health nurses have a unique set of hazards that they might not face in a traditional hospital setting. Not surprisingly, their workers’ compensation claims are different, too. Workplace hazards unique to home health nurses Seniors now stay in…
When Colorado workers are injured on the job, they may not understand what their options are or what benefits they’re entitled to. The state can make it somewhat confusing for workers’ comp claimants. It’s true that receiving other benefits may…
Car crashes can happen at any time. It only takes a few seconds of distraction or an unexpected medical event for a driver to lose control of their vehicle. You should always be aware of your surroundings when driving and…
You may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits in Colorado even if you were hurt while performing services on a volunteer basis. However, there may be several exceptions that you should be aware of before filing your claim. For example,…