Arvada Short Term Disability
Helping You Get The Benefits You Need
Suffering from an injury or illness that affects your ability to work can be a challenging and stressful experience. In such a situation, it’s important to understand your legal rights and options. If you have been injured on the job or have developed an illness related to your work, you may be entitled to short-term disability benefits under Colorado’s workers’ compensation laws.
At our Arvada, Colorado law firm, we understand the difficulties that injured workers face. Our experienced workers’ compensation attorneys can help you navigate the complex legal system and obtain the benefits you need to cover your lost wages and medical expenses.
Call The Eley Law Firm today at 303-785-2828 for a free consultation and to learn more about how we can help you.
Temporary Disability Benefits For Lost Wages in Colorado
If you have been injured on the job and are unable to work, you may be eligible for temporary disability benefits. These benefits provide a portion of your lost wages while you are off work. In Colorado, temporary disability benefits are typically paid at a rate of two-thirds of your average weekly wage, up to a certain maximum amount.
Temporary Total & Temporary Partial Disability Benefits
Temporary disability benefits in Colorado are divided into two categories:
- Temporary total disability benefits; and
- Temporary partial disability benefits
Temporary total disability benefits are paid if you are unable to work at all due to your injury or illness. Temporary partial disability benefits are paid if you are able to work but are earning less than your pre-injury wages due to your injury or illness.
What is a Weekly Average Wage?
Your weekly average wage is an important factor in determining your temporary disability benefits. In Colorado, your average weekly wage is calculated based on your earnings during the 52 weeks prior to your injury. If you haven’t worked for your employer for 52 weeks, your average weekly wage is based on the amount you were earning at the time of your injury.
Are There Limits on Temporary Disability Benefits in Colorado?
Yes, there are limits on the amount of temporary disability benefits you can receive in Colorado. The maximum amount of temporary total disability benefits you can receive is two-thirds of the state’s average weekly wage, which is adjusted annually. Temporary partial disability benefits are also subject to limits. The maximum benefit amount is two-thirds of the difference between your pre-injury wages and your current earnings.
It is important to note that the actual amount of benefits you will receive will depend on the severity of your injury, the amount of time you are unable to work, and your average weekly wage before the injury occurred. Additionally, workers’ compensation benefits can be subject to various offsets and reductions, such as Social Security disability benefits or retirement benefits.
Contact an Arvada Colorado Workers’ Compensation Attorney From Our Law Firm
If you have been injured on the job and need help obtaining short term disability benefits, our experienced workers’ compensation attorneys can help. We will work with you to gather the necessary evidence and build a strong case to support your claim. We will also negotiate with the insurance company on your behalf and help you navigate the workers’ compensation system.
Don’t try to handle your workers’ compensation claim on your own. Contact The Eley Law Firm today at 303-785-2828 to schedule a free consultation with one of our skilled workers’ compensation attorneys. We will help you understand your legal rights and options and work with you to get the short term benefits you need to support yourself and your family.