The Colorado Court of Appeals ruled that the apportionment of death benefits among a deceased worker's dependents determines their "proportionate share" of the maximum lump sum that is statutorily allowed.
Angel Batista de Jesus worked for Brand X Hydrovac Services Inc. He suffered a fatal work injury in August 2019.
The 26-year-old was survived by his wife, Sandra Amaya, and their minor child.
An administrative law judge determined that Amaya was entitled to 25% of the benefits payable under Colorado Statutes Section 8-42-121.
Section 8-42-121 provides that death benefits sh...
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