Blog

As buildings are built in Aurora, many construction companies take great care to reduce the number of falls from the roof of the building. While falling from the roof is certainly a risk, it is also important to remember that there is also a risk of falling within a partially constructed structure. Colorado employers also…

When a construction worker is in injured in Grand Junction, it is likely that the last thing on his or her mind is whether he or she will be eligible for workers’ compensation. While construction injuries will generally lead to Colorado workers’ comp benefits, a wounded employee’s first thoughts are about getting better. After he…

Many people in Aurora have jobs that require them to sit in front of a computer for eight hours while doing hours of typing on a keyboard. Though it is part of the job requirements, typing or sitting for long periods can create mobility problems in the wrists. Carpal tunnel syndrome is one of those…

Not all workplaces in Denver are created equally. There are risks and safety issues at every job, but some of the most exposed and dangerous places may be construction sites. Whether it is heavy equipment, heights, outdoor exposure or some other condition, construction workers, architects and engineers may be at a high risk of injury…

A national study has recently shown that being a domestic worker certainly comes with risks, and very little pay. Domestic workers, who include caregivers, nannies and housekeepers, do not work standard hours. They work based on the needs of their clients, which can often affect their sleeping patterns. In fact, according to a study by…

It is an injury that not many people in Colorado would associate with workers’ compensation, but a Colorado Parks and Wildlife officer was injured last month by an exploding firework. The laws surrounding workers’ compensation for public employees and employees of extremely high-risk jobs, such as police officers, are often different than those from much…