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Retaliation for Filing Workers' Comp in Colorado

Whether an employer in Colorado can fire or punish you for filing a workers' comp claim, and what you can do.

Short answer: Disputes are heard by administrative law judges of the Office of Administrative Courts (or by the Division Director); mediation and settlement conferences are also available. C.R.S. §§ 8-43-205, 8-43-206, 8-43-207, 8-43-301(2)

Appealing a denialDisputes are heard by administrative law judges of the Office of Administrative Courts (or by the Division Director); mediation and settlement conferences are also available. A party dissatisfied with an order on compensability, benefits or penalties may file a petition to review within 20 days after the date of the certificate of mailing of the order; otherwise the order becomes final. Petitions on ALJ orders are filed at the Denver office of the Office of Administrative Courts.

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FAQ

How do you appeal a denied workers' comp claim in Colorado?
Disputes are heard by administrative law judges of the Office of Administrative Courts (or by the Division Director); mediation and settlement conferences are also available. A party dissatisfied with an order on compensability, benefits or penalties may file a petition to review within 20 days after the date of the certificate of mailing of the order; otherwise the order becomes final. Petitions on ALJ orders are filed at the Denver office of the Office of Administrative Courts.

General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.