Experienced Denver Workers' Compensation Attorneys

Work-related injuries can devastate your health, finances, and career. While workers' compensation should provide a safety net, insurance companies and employers often dispute claims, delay treatment, and minimize benefits. Conduit Law protects injured workers' rights and fights for maximum compensation.

Colorado Workers' Compensation Overview

Colorado law requires most employers to carry workers' compensation insurance, providing:

• Medical treatment for work-related injuries
• Partial wage replacement during recovery
• Permanent disability benefits
• Vocational rehabilitation
• Death benefits for families

Common Workplace Injuries We Handle

• Construction Accidents: Falls, equipment injuries, electrocutions
• Back and Spine Injuries: Lifting, repetitive motion damage
• Repetitive Stress Injuries: Carpal tunnel, tendonitis
• Industrial Accidents: Machinery, chemical exposure
• Vehicle Accidents: Delivery drivers, company vehicles
• Slip and Fall Injuries: Workplace hazards
• Occupational Diseases: Lung disease, hearing loss
• Burns and Electrical Injuries: Industrial accidents

Industries with High Injury Rates

• Construction and building trades
• Manufacturing and warehousing
• Healthcare and nursing
• Transportation and delivery
• Oil and gas industry
• Agriculture and ranching
• Retail and hospitality
• Government services

Workers' Compensation Benefits Available

Medical Benefits

• All reasonable and necessary medical treatment
• Doctor visits and specialist care
• Surgery and hospitalization
• Prescriptions and medical equipment
• Physical therapy and rehabilitation

Wage Replacement Benefits

• Temporary Total Disability (TTD): 2/3 of average weekly wage
• Temporary Partial Disability (TPD): Partial wage loss
• Permanent Total Disability (PTD): Lifetime benefits
• Permanent Partial Disability (PPD): Scheduled or whole person impairment

Common Workers' Comp Claim Denials

Insurance companies often deny claims alleging:

• Injury didn't occur at work
• Pre-existing condition caused injury
• Employee was intoxicated or violated safety rules
• Injury isn't work-related
• Claim wasn't filed timely
• Independent contractor, not employee
• Horseplay or intentional injury

Fighting Denied Workers' Comp Claims

We challenge denials by:

• Gathering witness statements and evidence
• Obtaining independent medical opinions
• Documenting safety violations
• Proving work-relatedness of injury
• Filing appeals with Division of Workers' Compensation
• Requesting hearings before Administrative Law Judges

Third-Party Claims Beyond Workers' Comp

Sometimes you can pursue additional compensation from:

• Equipment manufacturers (defective products)
• Property owners (unsafe premises)
• Negligent drivers (work-related car accidents)
• Contractors or subcontractors
• Toxic substance manufacturers

Colorado Workers' Comp Deadlines

• Report to Employer: Within 10 days (4 days if seeking benefits)
• Written Notice: Within 30 days to employer
• File Claim: Within 2 years of injury or discovery
• Occupational Disease: Within 2 years of disability onset

Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI)

Understanding MMI is crucial for your claim:

• Point where condition won't significantly improve
• Triggers evaluation for permanent disability
• Affects ongoing medical treatment coverage
• Can be challenged with independent medical exam

Return to Work Issues

We help with return-to-work challenges:

• Light duty accommodations
• Retaliation for filing claims
• Job termination while on workers' comp
• Vocational rehabilitation rights
• Modified work assignments

Steps After a Workplace Injury

1. Report Immediately: Notify supervisor in writing
2. Seek Medical Care: From authorized provider
3. Document Everything: Injury details, witnesses, conditions
4. Follow Doctor Orders: Attend all appointments
5. File Claim Forms: Complete employer's paperwork
6. Keep Records: Medical bills, work restrictions, communications
7. Consult Attorney: Especially if claim denied or disputed

Why You Need a Workers' Comp Attorney

• Level playing field against insurance companies
• Maximize medical and disability benefits
• Navigate complex regulations and deadlines
• Challenge unfair denials and terminations
• Protect against retaliation
• Pursue third-party claims when available

Contact a Denver Workers' Compensation Attorney

Don't let insurance companies minimize your workplace injury claim. Contact Conduit Law at