Many Colorado workers have been injured in a workplace accident. These accidents can be serious and cause a worker’s life to be changed forever. Workers’ compensation is available for these workers to help them recover from their injuries and get back…
Colorado has many residents who work for the oil and gas industry. Unfortunately, many of these workers are exposed to serious workplace hazards. Workers’ compensation can help injured employees with the many expenses they can face after being injured on the job.…
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that slips, trips and falls in the hospital setting are the second most common cause of lost-workday injuries, and the rate for slips, trips and falls in hospitals is 90 percent higher…
Whatever type of job you have, it is possible you could get injured and qualify for workers’ compensation. For instance, a student could hit his or her teacher, leading to years of physical therapy for the teacher. If you are a…
Airline attendants have many occupational risks not faced by other industries. Air travel is considered fairly safe, but there are conditions which cause working conditions to be unsafe. Turbulence, the air movement that causes a bumpy ride, may be uncomfortable…
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…