Although there are certainly some jobs and industries that carry a higher risk of injury for employees, workplace accidents can happen in any industry. From repetitive motion injuries and minor slips and falls to vehicular accidents and injuries caused by heavy machinery, suffering through any workplace injury can have a number of serious repercussions, including physical pain, emotional trauma, and financial burdens. Fortunately, many companies are required to hold workers’ compensation insurance, providing a way for injured employees to secure the financial benefits they need to cover their injury-related losses.

However, understanding your rights and filing a successful claim for workers’ compensation benefits is not always easy. Claims can be denied initially, there is a great deal of paperwork that must be filled out, and you must provide certain types of documentation; all of these factors serve to make the process of actually securing benefits much more difficult. Fortunately, having the support of a workers’ compensation lawyer from Hull & Zimmerman, P.C., can make the process of applying for benefits much easier, and can increase your chances of securing the financial assistance you need.

We often take quality of life for granted and no one understands that more than someone who has been injured on the job or through the fault of another.  Our goal is to get you the compensation you deserve.

Located in beautiful Northglenn Colorado, we proudly serve the North Denver communities of Arvada, Broomfield, Thornton, Westminster, Northglenn, Lafayette, Superior, Louisville, Brighton, Commerce City and beyond. To learn more, or to discuss your situation in greater detail, contact us at (303) 423-1770.

 

What is Workers’ Compensation?

Workers’ compensation was created to benefit both employee and employer.  It is an insurance that is paid by the employer dedicated to any employee that is injured on the job, including illnesses.  Workers will benefit from medical treatment and payment, as well as wage loss protection when a workers’ compensation claim is won. Read more about Workers’ Comp and why we need it.

 

What to do if You’re Involved in a Workplace Accident

If you have been injured in a workplace accident and are seeking workers’ compensation it’s imperative that you report your injury to your employer right away.  Below is a list of items that will help you with your workers’ compensation claim:

 

• You should get medical treatment as soon as possible, no matter the severity of the injury.  If your injury does not require emergency treatment, a medical provider should be provided and designated by the employer.
• You should submit a written account of your injury to the employer within four days of sustaining the injury.
• Find a responsible and knowledgeable Denver, CO workers’ compensation attorney who is capable of aiding you and supporting you through filing your claim.

 

Your Workers’ Compensation Benefits

In all cases, your workers’ compensation lawyer will fight to get your medical expenses paid for by your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance, as well as any necessary financial compensation for lost wages due to your workplace accident. More on Workers’ Compensation benefits here.

 

Below are the workers’ compensation benefits that may apply to your specific case:

 

• Temporary total disability- if you suffer from temporary and total disability, making it impossible for you to work altogether during your recovery time
• Temporary partial disability- if you suffer from a temporary disability, but are able to work on a more restrictive schedule with restrictive or minimized duties, which may affect your income
• Permanent total disability- if you suffer from permanent and total disability, making it impossible for you to work again due to no chance of improvement
• Permanent partial disability- if you continue to suffer from a permanent disability after your recovery time (the most common benefit)

 

Hull & Zimmerman are Your Premier Workers’ Compensation Attorneys

After you’ve experienced a workplace injury, you don’t have to handle the filing of your workers’ compensation claim alone.  Not only does the filing of these claims take a lot of time, but they can also get complicated. Find out more about worker’s comp forms and claims here.

A skilled workers’ compensation attorney will provide you with all of your options and be able to give you reliable insights on what you can expect.

Our workers’ compensation attorneys at Hull & Zimmerman are experienced in the successful management of your workers’ compensation claim and we are dedicated to getting you the compensation for your injuries, medical treatment, loss of wages, and loss of quality of life warrant.

Contact us today by calling (303) 423-1770 for a free initial consultation.