Why Did Colorado Work-Related Fatalities Increase in 2021?
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Why Did Colorado Work-Related Fatalities Increase in 2021?

While unfortunate, wrongful deaths throughout Colorado have increased throughout 2021 according to recent data collected by state officials and the Bureau of Labor Statistics. While workplaces have a duty of care to ensure the safety of their employees and workers, injuries and fatalities can still occur. Workplace wrongful deaths can result from both negligent and…

Denver: 100-Car Crash After First Snowfall in Denver

Denver: 100-Car Crash After First Snowfall in Denver

The early November 100-vehicle car crash on one of Denver’s most populated highways southwest of Downtown was a scene like no other. On the morning of Friday, November 4th, just before 6:30 a.m., slick conditions from the overnight snowfall created the perfect storm for drivers.  As commuters were starting their day, icy and slick patches…

Understanding the Colorado Candor Act

Understanding the Colorado Candor Act

In 2021, there were more than 860 million doctor’s appointments in the United States. Patients also received medical care in hospital emergency rooms, with ERs in the U.S. handling 130 million visits in 2018. Although many patients have favorable outcomes, some experience adverse health care incidents when they receive medical care. An adverse health care…

Fort Collins and Colorado’s DOT Moving Towards Zero Deaths Initiative

Fort Collins and Colorado’s DOT Moving Towards Zero Deaths Initiative

Fort Collins was the first city in the state to join Colorado’s DOT Moving Towards Zero Deaths Initiative in 2016. Fort Collins joined this program to help promote better roadway safety within the city and reduce traffic fatalities, serious injuries, and crashes.  What is the Zero Deaths Initiative in Fort Collins, CO?  Fort Collins Zero Deaths Initiative is a…

What To Do if Your Medical Bill Exceeds the Insurance Limit?

What To Do if Your Medical Bill Exceeds the Insurance Limit?

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in the United States alone, in 2020, 41,000 people died from an auto accident, and 2.1 million people visited the emergency room for injuries sustained during an auto accident. These numbers mean that $430 billion was spent on car accidents alone that year, according to…

If You Were Hurt on a Business Trip You May Still Qualify for Workers Comp

If You Were Hurt on a Business Trip You May Still Qualify for Workers Comp

Many careers require employees to travel for work. Some employees frequently travel to different offices, while others occasionally travel for conferences or meetings. Business travel may include local travel, long-distance travel that requires travel by plane or use of overnight accommodations, and international travel. As of 2018, U.S. employees’ number of domestic business trips surpassed…

Aurora: Aurora Introduces Nurse Navigation Program 

Aurora: Aurora Introduces Nurse Navigation Program 

With the cost of medical treatment on the rise, Aurora, Colorado has partnered with organizers to pilot a program designed to help alleviate some of those costs. The innovative Aurora 911 Nurse Navigator Program was designed to help pair those in medical need with appropriate medical services.  For residents who find themselves in a situation…

3 Ways to Regain Control After Suffering a Catastrophic Loss
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3 Ways to Regain Control After Suffering a Catastrophic Loss

When faced with what may be the most devastating moment of your life, it’s important to remember that there are steps you can take to regain control of your life. After you have suffered a catastrophic loss, knowing how to regain control will help you deal with the immediate situation and come out stronger on…