Colorado’s workers’ compensation program provides employees with an important safety net. But while this safety net might ensure continued financial security after an injury, it does not necessarily protect you against the threat of being terminated. Many workers who suffer…
Medical treatment plays a central role in workers’ compensation claims. When workers suffer injuries on the job in Colorado, their primary priority should always be to get effective medical treatment as soon as possible. While this medical treatment may prove…
Accidents are bound to happen in the workplace. That’s why regardless of all the safety standards put in place to protect employees, Colorado law still requires employers to ensure their workers against injuries they might sustain while or as a…
Warehouse workers may find their employment rewarding since so many essential goods travel from where they work to those in need of them. Even so, warehouse work comes with many risks and dangers not present in other places of employment.…
It seems that too many Colorado workers suffer on-the-job injuries that require workers’ compensation claims. It’s important to take certain steps to stay safe. Report unsafe conditions Workers who notice any conditions that are unsafe can tackle the hazards if…
In any industry in Colorado, there are risks to employees. Unfortunately, workers in machine shops often suffer serious injuries because of the nature of the work they do. If you get injured while working in a machine shop, it is…
Even though it might not feel like it outside right now, summer is fast approaching. The summer months mean added danger for workers in all occupations due to hotter temperatures and sun exposure. While some individuals equate this danger only…
Nursing is a rewarding but tough job. Nurses in all fields can develop serious work-related injuries, but working in a hospital’s emergency department is a unique challenge. While many ER nurses love the excitement and unpredictability of the job, it…
Airline workers in the Denver area have some of the toughest jobs. Sadly, they are subject to certain injuries while performing their duties. These injuries can be serious enough to prevent them from working and require them to file for…
Truck drivers in Colorado are susceptible to a number of work-related injuries. Here’s a look at the common ones and tips you could use to reduce your risk of injuries. Common truck driver work injuries • Shoulder injuries – Researchers…