Category Archives: Workers Compensation
Can I Change Doctors in a Workers’ Comp Case?
Even if your workers’ compensation benefits have been approved, you may still experience issues relating to your medical care and ongoing claim. The Colorado workers’ compensation attorneys at the Frickey Law Firm can advocate for you. The law allows you to change doctors, although it is subject to limitations. Your employer still has some… Read More »
Don’t Make These Common Workers’ Compensation Mistakes
Work is how folks make a living—it needs to be done to provide for yourself and those you care about. And though a hard day’s work is something to be proud of, on-the-job injuries should be taken with the utmost seriousness to ensure that you receive proper compensation for how an injury can affect… Read More »
Workers’ Compensation: What You Need To Know, And How You May Be Eligible
Workers’ compensation is compensation insurance for employees when they’ve been involved in an accident at work and need to take time off. You are then compensated for the work you’ll be missing, and all medical bills and expenses are covered. The purpose of worker’s comp is to protect the workers. Although, there is more… Read More »
3 Mistakes to Avoid After Suffering a Workplace Injury
Getting hurt on the job can be a lot to process. You might feel flustered, confused, or even embarrassed. Worse, you probably don’t understand your rights and responsibilities. It’s crucial to know that what you do after your accident can impact your financial and physical recovery. Here are three common mistakes our Lakewood workers’… Read More »
Common Workplace Accidents and Injuries
Dealing with a workplace injury can be painful, stressful, and expensive. They also happen all the time. The Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) statistics convey that there were 2.7 million injury and illness cases in 2020 alone. Here are some of the most common workplace injuries, how they occur, and how you can receive workers’… Read More »
What If My Employer Doesn’t Have Workers’ Compensation Insurance?
Workers’ compensation insurance exists to provide medical and lost wage benefits to employees who get hurt on the job. You should be able to rely on it after an accident. But what if you find out that your employer doesn’t carry workers’ compensation insurance? Our attorneys are here to help. You may be entitled… Read More »
New Amazon Delivery Drivers Face Higher Threat of Injury
Are you an Amazon Delivery Service Partner (DSP) driver who got hurt during your first year of work? You’re not alone. New contractors who deliver packages for Amazon are suffering on-the-job-injuries at a higher rate than other delivery drivers in Colorado. If you were injured wile working at Amazon, you may have rights under… Read More »
Workers’ Compensation Benefits
The benefits offered through workers’ compensation are vitally important to anyone injured on the job. These benefits can include medical care coverage, disability payments, and more. However, insurance companies often underpay claims, and it’s in your best interest to talk to our attorneys about maximizing your compensation. The skilled team at the Frickey Law… Read More »
What Happens If I Get COVID at Work?
Not everyone has the luxury of working from home. Schoolteachers, construction workers, medical professionals, food service workers, and other individuals are laboring tirelessly during the COVID-19 pandemic. We now know that there’s a higher risk of COVID-19 spread the more closely you interact with others and the longer that interaction lasts. And since contracting the… Read More »
Do I Need to Hire a Workers’ Compensation Law Firm?
If you were hurt on the job, you may be entitled to certain workers’ compensation benefits. In some instances, workman’s comp cases are straightforward, and don’t necessarily require the expertise of an experienced workers’ compensation lawyer. In most cases, however, your rights and best interests will be best protected if you have an attorney… Read More »