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answered on May 5, 2017
As long as you are an employee and were accidentally injured while doing your job, or you became sick from doing your job (asbestos related sickness, for instance), then yes, you may have a claim under workers' compensation laws.
How do I apply for a 1 time review of my case
answered on Apr 21, 2017
Review the CO Dept. of Labor website and/or contact a worker's compensation attorney for specifics about a review of your case.
Scared with all the attorneys notices I'm receiving.. I have questions but not finding the help I need without representation. I'm not suing just want employer to pay for repair. Or am I really suing?
answered on Apr 7, 2017
Workperson compensation claims can be complex. I understand that lawyers cost money, but listen to your inner voice. If you feel like you are in over your head contact a lawyer. Some lawyers work on a lower fee basis (contingent, lowers fees, and potentially fixed fee). The internet is good for... View More 
Boarding is often the most stressful and complicated part of the job. During boarding they are pressured to get flight out on time, if they fail to do this they can get written up. They have do a beverage service for first class, and do safety and security checks. They have to help passengers with... View More
answered on Mar 30, 2017
It sounds odd to me, but it is partly defined by the scope of the employment contract. While Colorado does have basic employment protections, there are many exceptions and case-specific determinations which can change outcome. In other words, you will need to contact an employment lawyer directly... View More
I got hurt at work back in 2012 and they told me they weren't going to file it with workers comp. I had to pay for medical bills and everything out of pocket. I also lost a month of work due to the injury and healing. I wasn't able to afford the proper medical treatment for it so I... View More
answered on Mar 17, 2017
In Colorado the statue of limitations for a workperson comp. claim is 2 years from injury. For personal injury, the statue of limitations is 3 years for motor vehicle claims and 2 years for all other claims. There is a remote possibility that specific facts of your case may delay the SoL. You will... View More
I've worked for this company for one month now at $20hr and I've never been able to take a lunch break. But they take 30 minutes every 5 hours I work
answered on Mar 15, 2017
You will need to discuss this with an employment attorney privately.
answered on Mar 14, 2017
Usually, yes. If you very close to a scheduled hearing or other official matter, it may be better to appear and move to remove your claim. If the claim is still in the review process and you are satisfied with the result, you can (and should) withdraw the claim.
A consent for release paper for a fact query what exactly is this.
answered on Feb 9, 2017
This should be a request for a limited or full release of your medical records. Presumably this request is to determine whether the medical treatment was related to the claimed injury and/or see if there were any potential outside cases (beyond work related injury). The request may be a route check... View More
answered on Jan 30, 2017
Notice of Contest allow an employer to challenge an OSHA and/or workers' compensation ruling of a workplace violation (usually safety related). The notice is required for all violations (i.e. minor and very serious violations). It should be sent around 20 days of a claim and should both state... View More
I want to pay this young artist for work for video production (logos, etc.) because they are incredibly good. He turns 16 in January, but in order to protect myself I'm just curious if it would be legal to pay him commission as agreed on both sides for the artwork. His parents are okay with it... View More
answered on Jan 9, 2017
There is nothing illegal with employing a minor provided that the employment stays within the limits of state labor laws (mostly related to hours working and ending at a certain time in the evening). If you are commissioning artwork it is likely that this employment does not run afoul with any... View More
Doc. Spent 1 day in Burn ICU..A few days off from work... What is a reasonable amount for compensation....
answered on Oct 5, 2016
Contact a personal injury lawyer. A lawyer (and likely a hired expert) will need to evaluate the extent of the damages and possible compensation. There is no fixed amount of an award in a civil lawsuit, but workperson's compensation has complex tables that list awards for specific types of... View More
How do I get this stopped. And paid back. Because of this I haven't been able to feed my family
answered on Sep 14, 2016
I do not understand how you, as the injured party, have your wages garnished... If the garnishment occurred due to unrelated matters, the best advice is to contact an attorney you can handle both the garnishment and the unpaid disability pay.
answered on Jul 25, 2016
As a general rule, an injury that prevents you from working qualifies for workperson compensation. This compensation is not typically based on the number of jobs (or relative income from these jobs), but on the injury itself. There are some exceptions. The alternate route is a civil claim (usually... View More
It was in my right (dominate ) forearm. I wore a brace from 1/25/16 -1/8/16 Which was hurting more. Now with out it my arm/Wrist feeling better. I have been put on light duty with a pay cut. Would it be better to go part time or PRN at current job if I have the option and take the new job.
answered on Feb 16, 2016
Talk to a local workers' compensation lawyer to determine best course of action based on your specific situation.
Please Take Notice: I am not your lawyer unless we enter into an engagement agreement in writing. This is only general information. It is NOT legal advice, and it may not... View More
My injury was back in August. Unfortunately im still a mess. We recently found the head injury has caused major problems with my vision. Resulting in my doctors insisting I not drive at all. Im concerned because my case manager warned me I only get one appeal, and even though all 5 of my doctors... View More
answered on Feb 2, 2016
The usual practice is to have an initial decision and then seek an appeal if you disagree with the decision. If both the decision and appeal are unfavorable, then you file suit (i.e. judicial review). It seems strange that your claim states there is no medical support if you have five doctors... View More
Employee slipped on parking lot outside working premises while getting ready to come in for work. Filed Workers Compensation, they accepted stating that in Colorado even if it didn't happen inside the premises it's still workers comp. That happened in November. Insurance asked us to take... View More
answered on Jan 26, 2016
There are a lot of variables here, so I recommend that you/employer retain an attorney for advice along the way. This will be a process, but you will be able to correct any problems with a bad employee. First, there is no strict limit when an employee can be terminated (but the closer a termination... View More
It is from my workmans comp insurance.. I missed an appointment but I have been in regular contact with them throughout everything. I had a mandatory appointment today that I DID attend. All workmans comp checks I received I had permission from my representative to cash them. I returned to light... View More
It is from my workmans comp insurance.. I missed an appointment but I have been in regular contact with them throughout everything. I had a mandatory appointment today that I DID attend. All workmans comp checks I received I had permission from my representative to cash them. I returned to light... View More
answered on Dec 19, 2015
Without looking at the letter I cannot say for certain, but I think that this is only a formal sounding letter from the insurance company to encourage you to attend the next meeting (which I highly recommend that you attend). It does not sound like this is a court summons, but if you miss another... View More
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