In some situations, employees in Colorado who quit their jobs after they get hurt at work may still qualify for some types of workers’ compensation benefits. For instance, if you quit your job, it may have no impact on your ability to receive medical benefits. However, it could affect your…
The workers’ compensation system in Colorado is generically referred to as a “no-fault” system. This is because the element of fault is not included in the determination of whether an individual sustained a compensable work injury. Generally, if an injury arises out of, and in the course of, employment an…
Yes, the failure to file taxes can certainly affect your personal injury claim. First, the failure to file taxes can affect the ability to pursue a claim for lost wages. This is especially true if you are self-employed, are an independent contractor, or have a payment arrangement that is not…
Most Colorado employees have the right to receive workers’ compensation benefits if they get hurt while on the job. In many cases, workers receive these benefits through a settlement. The settlement can come in the form of lump sum, or full payment, or it could come in the form of…
1. NLRB to more easily classify workers as “independent contractors” instead of employees, and by making it easier for large companies to have no stake in the illegal activities of their franchisee operations so that companies that profit off the operations of thousands of franchisees won’t be liable when their…
The Social Security Administration makes its decision based on medical evidence such as medical testing, lab findings and treatment records, so it is very important for someone who is applying or has a pending Social Security Disability benefits case to seek and keep receiving medical treatment. Each Social Security claimant…
With a few exceptions, any Colorado company that employs one or more people – on a full-time or part-time basis – must carry workers’ compensation insurance. These policies cover on-the-job injuries and occupational illnesses – everything from broken bones to carpal tunnel syndrome. A worker can collect these workers’ compensation…
When you are injured at work, while performing work duties, you are entitled to worker’s compensation benefits paid for by your employer’s worker’s compensation insurance. This approach to work injuries is intended to streamline medical and lost wage benefits to individuals injured at work. However, with a few exceptions, only…
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In the seconds, minutes, hours, and days following an injury-causing event like a car collision or a serious fall, preserving key items and documents will help you prove your story later on during the presentation of your case. The following information will help you stay organized and collect evidence relevant…
