Workplace back injuries are a very common type of workers' compensation claim. Many workers who get injured on the job can find themselves in a difficult position as it is not always possible to go back to work and earn an income. Common causes of workplace back...
There are many types of jobs, and some are more dangerous than others. Risky jobs have a high injury and fatality rate, and that's why they typically lead to workers' compensation claims. If you work in a high-risk environment, it’s important to take the proper steps...
If you've suffered a back injury in Colorado, you're not alone. Back injuries are one of the most common workplace injuries that lead to workers' compensation claims. Although it's not always possible to prevent back injuries, there are steps you can take to minimize...
Not many people like to go outside in freezing weather, but many workers don’t have a choice. Their chosen profession requires them to deal with the elements, including cold winds and freezing snow. Working outside comes with dangers, and those risks might increase...
Your work duties may require you to travel around town or even farther. You probably already know that you can qualify for workers’ compensation benefits if you suffer an injury while working at your job site or traveling for work. But what if you suffer an injury...
PTSD is a mental health disorder that can occur after someone experienced or witnessed an event that threatened their life in Colorado. This may have happened while doing your job, which means that you may be wondering whether you're entitled to workers' compensation...
Workers could suffer injuries on the job any day of the year, but a review of existing data reveals that one day, in particular, appears to be the most dangerous date on the calendar for Colorado workers. Jan. 9 might leave some workers contacting a health care...
Health care professionals spend much of their day caring for others. With tragic irony, a health care worker's routine could leave that professional suffering from injuries and illnesses. Health care work comes with many expected and unexpected risks. Even the most...
Colorado workers sometimes deal with undesirable weather conditions. Whether working inside or outside, the heat may cause discomfort or worse. "Worse" may include life-threatening problems. When the temperature rises to unsafe levels, workers and employers may need...
Construction work doesn't always involve building foundations or handling tasks at the ground level. Multi-floor projects in Colorado often involve workers standing on scaffolds and performing all kinds of duties. Working on scaffolding comes with risks, so people may...
