![Text Box: When Your Workers’ Compensation Claim is Denied “If the workers’ compensation insurance company denies your claim, you may be responsible for all medical bills associated with the illness or injury.” However, “if you believe your claim has been incorrectly denied, there are several options available to you [and] … you have the right to request a formal hearing on any disputed issue.” “Workers' compensation hearings and procedures can be complicated. An attorney may be able to assist you with legal advice, investigation of your claim, production of witnesses at the hearing, conduct of your hearing, and communication with the insurance company's attorney.” Source: State of Colorado Division of Workers’ Compensation](../../../wp-content/themes/twentyten/images/6.png)
Although Colorado’s no-fault approach to workers’ compensation seems as if it would provide employees with an uncomplicated means of accessing medical care and financial benefits in the wake of an on-the-job injury, the reality isn’t so simple. Workers’ compensation claims must go to your employer’s insurance carrier for approval. Unfortunately, large insurance firms are not likely to have your best interests as their top priority. In fact, it can be frustrating and time-consuming to try and obtain the medical and financial help you desperately need if you’ve been injured at work or contracted an illness because of hazardous conditions on your job. When you find yourself facing a large insurance company, you need a powerful legal resource in your corner.
Attorney Mary E. Jeffers’ background as a workers’ compensation claims adjuster enables her firm to bring tremendous insight to the thousands of workers’ compensation cases we’ve handled. Our experienced workers’ compensation attorneys understand how insurance companies work, and we aren’t afraid to take an aggressive stance on your behalf. When your physical well-being is at stake and your family’s financial health may be in jeopardy because an insurance carrier has denied your workers’ compensation claim, the law firm of Mary E. Jeffers provides you with the powerful legal resource you need to fight for your workers’ compensation benefits.
An insurance company may deny your claim for workers compensation for a variety of reasons. If you’ve been hurt and you aren’t able to work, your concerns must focus on regaining your health and on ensuring that the loved ones who depend on you don’t suffer because you aren’t able to earn a paycheck. Insurance giants who relentlessly pursue their own financial bottom lines don’t think twice about rejecting workers’ compensation claims. They may tell you that they don’t have sufficient documentation of your medical condition, or they may dispute the circumstances under which you say you were injured or became ill. Whatever the reason, you may encounter lengthy delays in getting the benefits you need to get well and get back to work.
At the law office of Mary E. Jeffers, our Colorado workers’ compensation attorneys have an extensive background in successfully representing the interests of employees who have suffered injuries on the job and filed for workers’ compensation benefits. When large insurance companies drag their heels or the claims process becomes unduly cumbersome and complicated, you need a strong legal advocate who will go to bat for you and the loved ones who rely on you. Our seasoned workers’ compensation lawyers understand the procedures governing Colorado’s workers’ compensation system. We also know how insurance companies work. Because Attorney Jeffers brings experience in claims adjustment to her practice, our firm is able to readily grasp the meaning of medical documentation and to interact constructively with your doctors, physical therapists, occupational therapists and other healthcare providers.
When you’re in pain – both physically and financially – because of an on-the-job injury or illness, contact the law offices of Mary E. Jeffers. Our veteran workers’ compensation attorneys are ready to put years of experience to work for you. Call us today to schedule a free consultation about your workers’ compensation claim.
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