Colorado Springs: Workers’ Compensation Lawyer
Illnesses and injuries affect millions of people annually. In some cases, they occur in the workplace. In 2021, 2.6 million employees experienced illnesses or injuries that originated in the workplace. That same year, 5,190 people died from workplace injuries, with 3,204 of the decedents ranging from 35 to 64 years old.
Many people recover fully, while others never do. Workplace illnesses and injuries can require long-term treatment or impair a person’s abilities, making them unable to continue their careers. Some may also have issues performing routine tasks because of their health condition.
Although the workers’ compensation program provides a financial safety net for employees affected by workplace illnesses or injuries, employers and their insurance companies may fight employee claims. In situations like this, the employee may need a workers’ compensation attorney who can help. Bachus & Schanker’s workers’ compensation lawyers fight for employees in Colorado Springs and the surrounding area to get the compensation they deserve.
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What is a workers’ compensation lawyer?
A workers’ compensation lawyer is a legal expert with in-depth knowledge about labor and personal injury laws. Workers’ compensation attorneys know local, state, and federal laws that apply to employee injury cases and understand the workers’ compensation filing requirements.
Do I need a workers’ compensation lawyer?
You may think you can handle your workers’ compensation claim yourself. Some employees file paperwork and receive all the compensation they’re entitled to. However, you may benefit from searching for a ‘workers’ compensation lawyer near me.’ A local lawyer will help you apply for workers’ compensation benefits and identify all the compensation you qualify for to ensure you receive the total amount available.
Workers’ compensation lawyers also calculate compensation to ensure you receive the right amount for lost wages while you cannot work. You may also qualify for other forms of payment, such as short-term or long-term disability benefits. Your workers’ compensation attorney will explain these options and help you prepare your applications.
When should I hire a lawyer?
There are several scenarios where it’s appropriate to hire a workers’ compensation lawyer, including the following:
- Your employer denies your claim
- Your employer’s insurance company denies your claim
- You suspect you aren’t receiving the total amount of compensation available
- Your application was denied, and you need to appeal
- You need help preparing your application
What compensation should I receive from my workers’ compensation claim?
Workers’ compensation covers various expenses, including:
- Legal fees
- Lost wages
- Medical bills
- Medication
- Transportation costs
What qualifies for a workers’ compensation claim?
Whenever an employee covered under workers’ compensation suffers from an illness or injury they received in the workplace, they may have grounds to file a claim.
Illnesses
Although catching a cold at work won’t qualify for workers’ compensation, you may have grounds for compensation if you catch a severe illness, such as COVID-19, or develop a critical disease, such as cancer. Speaking to a local workers’ compensation attorney is the best way to confirm whether your health condition qualifies for workers’ compensation.
Injuries
Any injury requiring you to take time off work for recovery may qualify for workers’ compensation benefits. The compensation you receive will depend on the severity of your condition, the amount of time you’re unable to work, and related expenses, such as medical bills. Your workers’ compensation attorney can advise you about which expenses qualify for reimbursement when filing your claim.
In some cases, workers are unable to return to their current occupation. Employees who suffer amputation or permanent disabilities, such as a spinal cord injury (SCI), may qualify for permanent disability benefits or job retraining. Since workers’ compensation doesn’t provide these benefits, a workers’ compensation lawyer can identify other benefit programs and help you prepare your application.
What happens if an employee dies?
Family members of employees who die in workplace accidents can file a workers’ compensation claim on their behalf. Workers’ compensation may provide funds for funeral and burial expenses, medical bills, and other relevant costs when an employee dies. Family members may also have grounds to file a wrongful death lawsuit. When you call Bachus & Schanker to discuss your workers’ compensation claim, we’ll explain how a wrongful death lawsuit works and the additional compensation you could receive from a wrongful death case.
How a workers’ compensation lawyer can help
Bachus & Schanker’s legal team understands how devastating a workplace illness or injury can be. Health issues can jeopardize your ability to work, making it impossible to provide for yourself or your family. You could also miss out on your favorite activities for weeks, months, or a lifetime.
Our Victims’ Advocates team offers legal, financial, and emotional support while we prepare your case. They’ll investigate your accident and find relevant evidence we can use to justify your claim. They’ll also identify other benefits you could qualify for so you can receive the financial support you need while pursuing your claim.
Our legal team will strive for you to receive fair compensation. When coping with a workplace illness or injury, you shouldn’t have to worry about which benefits you qualify for or how to fill out benefits applications. We’ll help you through every step, working to get you the compensation you deserve.
Sources:
Injuries, Illnesses, and Fatalities. (2023).
Number of occupational injury deaths among full-time equivalent workers in the U.S. in 2021, by age. (2023).
Workers’ Compensation for COVID-19. (2020).
Workers’ Compensation Program. (2023).
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Kyle is a member of the Colorado Bar associations and has served on the Board of Directors of the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association for more than twenty years in total. Over the years, Kyle has achieved justice for many clients. He has served on numerous committees and repeatedly won recognition from his peers at both the state and national level. He is proud of the role he has played in the passage of state and national legislation to protect consumers and is a frequent speaker and guest lecturer.
