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Injured on the job in Colorado? |
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If you plan to file a workers’ compensation claim in Colorado, you should know that the law says that the burden of proof is on you. This means that if any kind of disagreement comes up, or if there is a question about whether you are entitled to receive benefits, the court’s final decision will be based on more than the facts of your case. It will also be based on a “preponderance of the evidence”, meaning whichever side presents the most compelling evidence about how your injury occurred will win the case.
To many people in Colorado, this runs counter to their beliefs about our legal system, and puts them in a vulnerable position when facing their employers legal team. For this reason, it is imperative you seek the advice of a Denver Personal Injury attorney with experience fighting Workers Compensation cases.
In many cases, the insurance company will deny liability for paying benefits, or fails to respond to repeated requests. If this happens to you, you will be responsible for moving your claim forward, requesting hearings and presenting convincing evidence showing why you should be paid benefits. This is where an experienced Denver personal injury attorney can step in and deal directly with the courts on your behalf. There are many workers compensation cases in Colorado that settle without going to court. If you and your lawyer go into these negotiations fully prepared to win, but wish to avoid lengthy hearings, your attorney may contact the Division of Workers’ Compensation to request a settlement conference. But remember, until a judge changes the deadlines related to your case, they remain in place. Your case will not be on “hold” while you seek a negotiated agreement. Add this page to your favorite Social Bookmarking websites |
Matthew Clawson
Matthew Clawson is an attorney in
Colorado Springs, CO and a partner with the Clawson & Clawson Law Firm, LLP . Matthew believes the most effective and cost-efficient legal
services are provided by attorneys who maintain their integrity and
communicate honestly with clients.