If this is your first time reading about workers’ compensation, you are not alone. Most people do not think about workers’ compensation benefits until they’ve been injured. Here is what you need to know about workers’ compensation benefits in Colorado.…
In Colorado, workers’ compensation is available for workers who get injured on the job or suffer from a work-related condition. Repetitive stress injuries are among the most typical work-related conditions. Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common repetitive stress injury that…
It is in the best interest of employers that their workforce remains healthy and strong. And of course, it is also vital that employees have the safest work environment possible. For these reasons, the federal government has specific mandates that…
If you are injured in the workplace or as a result of your job, Colorado law may entitle you to various forms of compensation. You can get coverage for medical bills, imaging and lab studies, and loss of salary. While many types…
If you are ever injured on the job in Colorado, you may be able to take advantage of the benefits offered by the workers’ compensation program, which is overseen by the state’s Department of Labor. Employees are eligible for two…
Hospital workers are on the front line of providing medical care for variety of conditions, from the emergency to the chronic. As such, they routinely come into contact with potentially infections conditions. Most of these are well-known; therefore, protocols are…
Roadside construction zones are among the more serious hazards facing motorists. Accidents in these areas are increasingly common and can result from many factors. Often, construction zone car crashes happen because someone was careless or made a mistake, whether it was a…
Many people are aware that they can get workers’ compensation payments if they are injured on the job. However, it can be hard to understand how complicated it can be to get your claim approved until you begin to navigate…
Unfortunately, mental stress is part of many work environments. In some cases, mental unease can translate into a more serious affliction, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). PTSD tends to be more common for workers exposed to traumatic situations. As…
There are any number of ways you could severely hurt your back at work. Perhaps the most common cause of work-related spinal injuries is lifting something heavy or lifting while in an awkward position. But you could also suffer a…