Company has no Workman's Comp. Insurance

What is the name of your state? Colorado
I sustained an injury at work resulting in a subluxation of the right shoulder. I need surgery, however the company I worked for does not have Workmans Comp Insurance, or at least they claim not to have it. I am having a real hard time finding an attorney in Colorado Springs to help me. What are my legal options?

[Beth3]

Contact Colorado's Division of Worker's Compensation immediately. You may not need an attorney to sort this out, or at least not initially. The State WC Division should be able to help you.

[I AM ALWAYS LIABLE]

[quote]Originally posted by Beth3


"Contact Colorado's Division of Worker's Compensation immediately. You may not need an attorney to sort this out, or at least not initially. The State WC Division should be able to help you."


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My response:

While Beth is correct that you should report the company to the Colorado's Division of Worker's Compensation, that Division will not represent you as your attorney in a potential lawsuit against your employer. Their job is merely to enforce the laws, and to bring all employers into compliance.

However, your only option is to sue your employer directly, naming your employer as a Defendant. The same levels of "proof" will apply, as if your employer had the insurance coverage. WC is "no fault", and therefore, you won't have to proof their "negligence". In other words, half your battle will be won by not having to prove negligence.

So, your "option" is to sue them on your own, or hire a personal injury attorney to do this for you.

Good luck to you.

IAAL