GLENWOOD SPRINGS, Colo. - ColoradoDesk -- Have you or a loved one recently been in a work-related accident?

Recently suffered an injury that has made it so you can't return to work?

Kaufman & Kaufman's team of Colorado workers' compensation attorneys have shared important information that you should know if you or someone you know is in the midst of navigating a workers' compensation claim.

The Kaufman's express that before filing a claim, it's important for workers to be aware of the difference between temporary and permanent disabilities in order to be sure that they're not missing out on any of the support or benefits that they're entitled to by Colorado state law.

Here the break down the main differences between temporary and permanent disabilities so you can get a better idea for what you qualify for:

Temporary Disability

An injured worker who is unable to perform their regular work duties due to a work-related injury or illness may be eligible for temporary disability.

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This type of disability is expected to improve with time and medical treatment. Temporary disability benefits are designed to replace a portion of the injured worker's lost wages during their recovery period.

Permanent Disability

When an injured worker's condition reaches a point where it's not expected to improve significantly further with medical treatment, they may qualify for permanent disability.
This type of disability may be partial or total, and signifies a long-term impact on the worker's ability to perform their job.

Kaufman & Kaufman is Ready to Help You Get The Compensation You Deserve!

If you have more questions on which category of benefits you fall into, don't hesitate to give the Colorado workers' compensation attorneys at Kaufman & Kaufman a call!
They fight for you every step of the way until you get the compensation that's owed to you.

About Kaufman & Kaufman: Located in Glenwood Springs, Co, Kaufman & Kaufman, LLC. is a family practice handling workers' compensation. For more than five decades, the law firm of Kaufman & Kaufman, LLC. has been helping injured workers fight for the benefits they deserve.