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,…
There are scores of prominent office buildings in Colorado. While the employees in an office setting may not face the same hazards as someone tasked to a warehouse, construction site or health care facility, injury risks are not zero. Being…
Motor vehicles are becoming safer thanks to advances in materials technology and automotive systems. However, safer vehicles don’t necessarily mean that the roads are safer for everyone. In fact, current statistical trends indicate that the roads are left safe than…
Workers in Colorado warehouses perform many tasks to ensure that the warehouse runs effectively. Loading and unloading many boxes, crates and more become routine, but the workload could lead to injuries. Electrical and repair work might be necessary as well…
As a general rule, your Colorado employer is required to take reasonable steps to reduce your risk of getting hurt while working on a construction site. However, there are also steps that you can take to minimize your risk of…
Colorado workers who work in high-pressure environments like factories or warehouses know that hazardous conditions can exist indoors as well outdoors. Industrial workers are particularly susceptible to indoor conditions where the temperature inside is much hotter than the temperature outdoors.…
Dealing with an injury can be traumatic, and can also bring with it adverse emotions due to the difficult position that the injury puts you in. For example, a physical injury such as a broken arm or leg can prevent…
There are many ways that you can get injured at work in Colorado, and your eyes are very important. You should always make every effort to avoid eye injuries, but if you ever find that you have hurt yourself, you…
When many states went into lockdown in March 2020 because of the coronavirus pandemic, U.S. roadways soon became nearly empty. For months, traffic levels dropped significantly, with many commuters working from home and avoiding unnecessary trips. However, while drivers spent…
Accidents in the workplace happen more than many people realize. While some lines of work are more dangerous than others, there is always a chance that you may get injured while on the job. Here are a few common workplace…