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The oil and gas industry is a leader in hazardous work environments and may have many employees that require workman’s comp after an accident. Workman’s comp may be used to cover medical costs, disability reimbursement or funeral expenses — in the event of a fatal injury. Colorado has seen multiple injuries and fatalities occur among…

When an employee is injured on the job, he or she may have need of medical treatment. It may be difficult for the employee to manage this treatment for many reasons that involve the employer, the employer’s insurance company and even the medical professionals charged with the employee’s care. At The Eley Law Firm in…

When an accident happens in the workplace, a worker might file for compensation benefits. If this worker is a contractor, it can raise additional questions about which employer is required to provide and pay for the insurance policy. In Colorado, if an employee is contracted to a company, working on a third-party job site and…

Some types of employees here in Colorado know that their jobs carry a degree of risk. These dangers typically relate to physical safety, such as a risk of falling or the risks of operating heavy machinery. There are some workers, however, who face other types of dangers that may not immediately come to mind. These…

In many respects, growth in the construction industry is viewed as a sign of economic growth and progress. Certainly, this is bound to inspire hope after a long recession. Construction projects are springing up in many corners of the country, which has allowed many construction workers to take their names off of the unemployment rolls….

Adamson v. MNM Plumbing, W.C. 4-918-584-01 (ICAO June 3, 2014) The claimant had returned to work after being off for about 6 weeks as a result of his on-the-job injury. One morning the Claimant was late for work because he had trouble sleeping the night before. The cause of the insomnia was taking pain medications…