If you work for a Colorado business and are injured on the job, there are specific steps that you should take to ensure the least amount of hassle in regards to having your expenses covered.
- First, decide if your injury is a “life or limb” threatening injury. A life or limb threatening injury is an injury severe enough that it could cause death or serious damage to your body if not treated immediately. If your injury is life or limb threatening, seek medical attention immediately. If not, notify your employer verbally before seeking medical attention.
- Colorado law requires you to notify your employer of your injury in writing within four days of your injury. Even if you had verbal communication about the injury, you must send written notification within four days.
- See the medical professional your employer tells you to see if they tell you before or at the time of the injury which medical facility to go to. If they do not tell you to see a particular provider, you may choose whomever you prefer.
- Seek the assistance of a Colorado workers compensation attorney if you have any difficulties during this process.
Failure to report your injury in a timely manner does not mean that you cannot make a workers compensation claim. You can be penalized up to one day of compensation per day that passes before you report the injury in writing. If your employer challenges your choice of medical providers and did not direct you to a specific provider, seeking the help of an attorney may help you recoup any medical expenses you incurred.
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