Workers’ Compensation

Colorado Workers’ Compensation Attorney

If you have been injured at work, you may be eligible for compensation to cover your medical bills, lost wages, and other expenses relating to the accident. Martinez Tenreiro Law, LLC can provide you with the expert legal advice you need to help you obtain the best possible resolution to your case.

There are many jobs that are considered “dangerous.” Although accidents and injuries can happen in any line of work, construction workers, factory workers, and service industry workers are more at risk for injuries than individuals with other types of jobs. Medical bills, lost wages, and other related expenses can quickly put families under extreme financial strain following an on-the-job accident, making it difficult for life to get back to normal. By working with a seasoned Workers’ Compensation lawyer, you can learn more about your rights to Workers’ Compensation benefits and get the guidance you need to navigate through the complex process of getting financial restitution.

The Benefits of Consulting with a Workers’ Compensation Lawyer in Your Area

Although Workers’ Compensation can be filed for and received without the help of an attorney, this may not be in your best interest. Martinez Tenreiro Law, LLC has a successful track record helping clients get the maximum amount of benefits in their case, and can apply unique expertise and resources to your circumstances. When you work with Martinez Tenreiro Law, LLC, they will:

Thoroughly review your case to determine where its strengths and weaknesses lie
Assist you in completing the critical accident report
Help you gather the necessary documentation to prove your case
Communicate directly with your employer and/or your employer’s legal team
Aggressively pursue the maximum benefits, including bringing forward a Workers’ Compensation case to seek a larger settlement.

Martinez Tenreiro Law, LLC understands how challenging Workers’ Compensation cases can be for injured employees and their families, and is dedicated to providing top notch legal services throughout every stage of your case.

Your employer may dispute your Workers’ Compensation claim. Employers often don’t relish the idea of paying out Workers’ Compensation claims, and many will attempt to blame the employee for the accident or injury. If your employer disputes your case, it is even more important to obtain the services of a skilled lawyer as soon as possible.
You will be required to see a doctor that your employer has approved. Be wary of receiving medical care from your own physician for any conditions or injuries that are related to the accident at work. Your employer has the right to require that you see a physician of his or her choosing, and any medical expenses from unapproved facilities or physicians may not be covered under your Workers’ Compensation claim.
Your employer doesn’t have to do anything wrong for you to receive Workers’ Compensation benefits. Contrary to popular belief, it is not necessary for your employer to have made a mistake or to have done anything wrong for you to obtain Workers’ Compensation. Paying out Workers’ Compensation benefits is not an admission of guilt on your employer’s part. Accidents happen, and in many cases, injuries at work are no one’s “fault.”
In cases where gross negligence was at play, or you are temporarily or permanently disabled, it may be in your best interest to file a Workers’ Compensation case as well. Sometimes, medical bills and lost wages will far exceed what a Workers’ Compensation claim will pay out. In these cases, it may be prudent to explore filing a personal injury claim against third party or an equipment manufacturer if the possibility of negligence or carelessness exists.