Workers' Comp Overview

Workers' Comp Lawyer in Denver

Workers' compensation is insurance provided by state and federal laws to protect injured workers. When an employee is injured in an accident occurring on the job, regardless of fault, workers' compensation benefits will cover the person's medical costs and a portion of their weekly salary. There may be a few exceptions to coverage, in the case of accidents occurring due to drug or alcohol use or because of horseplay, but generally benefits exist for injuries. When an accident occurs it must have occurred during the course of employment or arising out of the employment. At times a person may be travelling or not on a work site yet still be under the direction of their employer when an accident occurs, so is still entitled to benefits. There are numerous complexities in determining coverage and benefits when filing for a workers' compensation claim and it is best to retain a knowledgeable Denver workers' compensation attorney to work on your behalf.

Workers' Comp Process

When an accident at work occurs that results in an injury, this must be reported to your employer within 4 days following the accident. Failure to report in a timely manner could jeopardize your rights to benefits. Following the report to your employer, they are obligated to report it to their workers' comp insurance company, who will provide you an authorized list of doctors to see for treatment. The degree of injury, treatment and amount of time allowed off of work can be determined by this doctor. Obtaining the services of Anderson, Hemmat & Levine, LLC can assist you in obtaining an independent medical review if necessary, to ensure you obtain to level of care you are entitled to.

There can be injuries that prevent you from ever performing the same work you had done previously, in which case you may be allowed vocational training. The degree of impairment you suffer also allows you to obtain a permanent partial disability benefit based on a set schedule set by the Division of Workers' Compensation. Although this schedule is supposed to be straightforward, many disputes can arise and it is best to retain your own legal counsel to ensure you receive the best possible partial disability rating you are entitled to. Our office can set up an independent review of your disability to assist in this matter.

Overall, allowing an employer and their insurance company to dictate what might be your rights to benefits is not in your best interests. Having the experience and dedication of our legal staff working closely on what benefits you are entitled to can help in maximizing your potential compensation.

Contact a Denver workers' compensation lawyerto find out about your rights in a work related accident.