Denver Workers' Compensation Lawyer

Workers’ Comp: Employers’ Rights & Responsibilities

The first responsibility an employer has—no matter the field of work—is to maintain a safe working environment. Employees should never feel that their safety is being compromised for the sake of production and profit.

If you suffered an on-the-job injury as a result of a dangerous work place, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries. Contact the Denver workers’ compensation lawyers at McDivitt Law Firm by filling out a free initial consultation form now—it only takes a few minutes.

We have years of experience handling workers’ compensation claims, and we know the laws in Colorado. Let us help.

Rights

Just as employees have rights pertaining to workers’ compensation claims, employers have the right to:

• choose the medical provider employees must visit when hurt on the job.
• file a lawsuit against any third party that contributed to an employee’s accident.
• ask injured employees to apply for Social Security Disability benefits when applicable.

Responsibilities

In addition to providing a safe work atmosphere, employers are responsible for:

• obtaining workers’ compensation insurance from an insurance company authorized by Colorado’s Division of Workers’ Compensation.
• posting a “Notice to Employees” sign in the workplace regarding Colorado workers’ compensation procedures and deadlines.
• filing an “Employer’s First Report” with the insurance company within 10 days of the employee's accident.
• investigating the cause of the accident and implementing a plan to prevent future accidents.

The Denver workers' compensation lawyers at McDivitt Law Firm can help if you have questions about your rights and responsibilities in the workplace. Give us a call at (866) 241-6143 to learn how.