After an accident, the insurance adjuster assigned to the claim will investigate what happened and estimate how much the insurer may be required to pay. Although every claim is different, insurance adjusters generally consider several recurring factors when evaluating Colorado injury claims. Liability and Available Evidence The adjuster will first examine who caused the accident. […]
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After an accident, it may be tempting to wait and see whether pain or other symptoms improve. Some injuries are immediately apparent, but others may not become noticeable until hours or days later. Seeking appropriate medical attention promptly can protect both your health and your ability to document a Colorado personal injury claim. Some Injuries […]
After a workplace injury, employees often assume their employer will handle the required paperwork and notify the workers’ compensation insurance carrier. But what happens when an employer delays reporting the accident, refuses to report it, or tells the employee that the injury does not qualify? An employer’s failure to report a workplace injury does not […]
Keating Wagner Polidori Free is proud to announce that seven of our attorneys have been selected for inclusion in The Best Lawyers in America® 2027 Edition. Our attorneys earned a combined 12 recognitions across eight practice areas, reflecting the breadth of experience our firm brings to complex personal injury, workers’ compensation, insurance, securities, and professional […]
There are many reasons why homeowners file insurance claims. Sometimes a home is damaged by inclement weather, like hail or high winds. An accident can lead to water damage or the destruction of property. Theft can occur, despite the homeowner’s best efforts to keep the property safe and secure. Homeowners want to protect their homes, […]
Workers’ compensation benefits are designed to provide medical treatment and wage replacement for employees who suffer work-related injuries or illnesses. While many claims are approved without significant issues, others become disputed when insurance companies question the nature, cause, or severity of an injury. Certain types of injuries tend to face greater scrutiny than others because […]
A workplace injury can leave you dealing with pain, medical appointments, lost wages, and uncertainty about what comes next. In many cases, injured employees assume that once they report an injury to their employer, the company will automatically complete the necessary paperwork and notify workers’ compensation insurance providers. Unfortunately, that does not always happen. If […]
After an accident or injury, many people are unfamiliar with the legal process involved in pursuing compensation. One important step in many Colorado personal injury claims is the demand letter. While it may sound simple, a demand letter can play a major role in settlement negotiations and the overall direction of a case. Understanding what […]
When you file an insurance claim after an accident, property damage incident, or injury, the insurance company may ask you to provide a recorded statement. Many people feel pressured to comply immediately, especially when the request comes from an adjuster who seems friendly or helpful. But can your insurance company actually require a recorded statement? […]
A reservation of rights letter is a common, but often misunderstood, document sent by an insurance company during the claims process. If you receive one, it does not mean your claim has been denied. Instead, it signals that the insurer is continuing to investigate or defend your claim while reserving the right to later deny […]
Keating Wagner is proud to announce that founding partner Mike Keating has been recognized as one of Colorado’s Top 5 Personal Injury Plaintiff attorneys in the 2026 Super Lawyers rankings. This distinction reflects Mike’s decades-long commitment to helping injury victims and their families navigate some of the most difficult moments of their lives. Throughout his […]
Keating Wagner is proud to celebrate partner Melissa Sullivan on being named a 2026 Top Women honoree by Law Week Colorado, a recognition that highlights outstanding women leaders across Colorado’s legal community. Sullivan’s path to law is anything but conventional. Raised in Philadelphia in a family where neither parent attended college, she developed a strong […]
