Before you worry about settlement numbers, focus on steps that protect your case and your health.
- Get evaluated promptly. Crush injuries can involve internal damage, nerve symptoms, and delayed complications. Make sure your provider documents the mechanism of injury and your functional limitations.
- Write down what happened while it’s fresh. Include where you were in the work/yard/parking area, what equipment was involved, and what you remember about safety steps taken (or not taken).
- Request the incident report number and keep copies of anything your employer or site administrator gives you.
- Preserve photos and video if it’s safe to do so—especially the condition of guards, barriers, pinch points, lockout/tagout indicators, and the surrounding layout.
- Avoid recorded statements you haven’t reviewed. Insurers and representatives may ask questions that sound harmless but can create problems later.
If you’re thinking, “Should I use an AI tool or an online chat to handle this quickly?”—a general answer can’t replace a lawyer who understands what must be proven for Colorado claims and how quickly records can disappear.


