Colorado Springs Law Blog
How the riskiest day for workplace injuries can help you
Winter can be a dangerous time for workers in Colorado. In fact, according to a report from the Denver Post and analysis from Pinnacol Insurance, Jan. 9 is the riskiest day for workers across the state. On that day, on-the-job injuries are 62% higher than on a typical...
Workers’ compensation timelines you must know
When dealing with workers' compensation, you always have to meet deadlines. If you miss a deadline, it could delay your claim or even lead to a denial. It is vital that you not only understand the process but know who needs to do what and when throughout. Having this...
What you can do when your SSDI claim is denied
If you are a Colorado resident who applied for Social Security Disability but had your application denied, you are not alone, and all is not lost. Unfortunately, the Social Security Administration approves fewer than 33% of first-time SSDI applications. That said, the...
How can I maximize the amount I receive from SSDI?
Do you have an injury, illness or other disability that prevents you from working? It can be tough to rely on others to just get by and pay your bills. Luckily, you may have the option of applying for SocialSecurity Disability. This program is there for workers who...
Ways to emphasize disability for SSD application
One of the most crucial parts that determines the worker’s eligibility for Social Security Disability (SSD) Insurance is their medical records. The details included in these records must be sufficient enough to convince whoever receives the application that you cannot...
Common reasons an SSDI claim is denied
You expected your claim to sail through the application process, and instead received only a form rejection letter. Many people face this same situation when applying for SSDI benefits. There are a few common reasons many first-time claims end in denial: Not enough...
How does workers’ compensation protect Colorado workers?
Work is a daily reality for most adults including those in Colorado which is why Colorado workers should be familiar with all the workplace protections available to them. Workers' compensation is a primary protection for Colorado workers injured on the job or...
What to know when applying for Social Security disability
Social Security disability (SSD) is an important resource for disabled individuals who are unable to care for themselves as they used to be able to. They should know how to navigate the process as best as possible including how to qualify for Social Security...
Preparing for a Social Security disability hearing
This blog recently talked about the importance of the Social Security disability hearing process so it might be helpful to look at it in a little more detail. Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for an initial application for Social Security disability benefits to be...
Two workers killed in workplace accident
Workers' compensation benefits are here for Colorado families when they need them following a workplace accident or fatal workplace accident. Two bodies were recently recovered in northern Colorado following a fatal workplace accident. The two workers were killed when...
