Michael Harris Kaplan

Michael Harris Kaplan

4.9
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 24 years

Workers compensation Lawyer at Denver, CO
Practice Areas: Workers Compensation

2000 S. Colorado Blvd, Tower One, Suite 9000, Denver, CO

About Michael

Biography

Practice Areas

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Practice Area

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 375-450 per hour

Contingency

25%-25%


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Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 24 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 2001

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Kaplan Morrell, LLC

2000 S. Colorado Blvd, Tower One, Suite 9000, Denver, CO, 80222

Kaplan Morrell, LLC

6801 West 20th Street, Suite 201, Greeley, CO, 80634

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11001 W 120th Ave, Suite 400, Broomfield, CO, 80020

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903 N. Cleveland Avenue, Suite A, Loveland, CO, 80537

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Michael Harris Kaplan's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

71 Client Reviews

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Showing 6 - 10 of 13 reviews | Responsiveness

Posted by Ryan | February 20, 2018 | Hired Attorney

Highly Recommended!

Mr. Kaplan and his team were amazing during this experience! They were fast efficient and caring, they never left me with unsolved problems. Communicating was huge for me throughout my case, and they never skipped a beat. Mr. Kaplan works with in your best interest. Five out of five rating.

Posted by Mark | December 15, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Attorney review

Mr Michael Kaplan was very helpful during my 9yr 6 month ordeal. Michael and his team was very helpful with all my issues and concerns. Anything I needed medically he was on top of it making sure all my medical needs we're handled. Had no problem when ever I needed to reach him he always got back to ...me in a timely manner. I received more of a settlement than I had anticipated. Overall if I had to I would hire Mr Michael Kaplan again.

Posted by Diana | December 06, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation

Highly Recommend!

First of all, I would like to say Thank You to the firm of Kaplan Morrell for the wonderful job they did of handling my workers Comp claim. This had been a six year old case that I thought I could handle by myself. I was very naive to think that I could handle this alone and the insurance company wo...uld respect me more for doing so! I was bounced around, sent to more doctors, denied the medical care that their doctors requested, denied medications and on and on. I was at my wits end and had no where else to turn. That is when Michael Kaplan took my case. I was told not to worry that from now on, he and his team would be dealing with these people on my behalf. I cannot tell you how relieved I was, truly a godsend. I was expertly guided, counseled, advised through the next three years. Michael made me feel comfortable, answered all and any questions, and expertly advised on what would be in my best interest. He is very well respected in his field. The doctors that I dealt with from this point on all knew and highly respected him. I can honestly say that any negative interactions that I had with any other doctors, insurance companies, pharmacies was a thing of the past at just the mention of his name as my attorney!! I would also like to say a special thank you to Tammy Roberts, Michael's paralegal. She is the nicest, most patient, sincere person. I had so many questions and she helped me with so much that I knew I could always call with a question, no matter how silly! Even driving directions to their office when I got lost! Thanks again Tammy!! I now know that I could never have accomplished any of this alone and my settlement far exceeded anything that I could have imagined. After nine long years, my case is finished and I have a secure future with my medical needs. Thank you again Michael. I will never forget the impact you made on my future. I HIGHLY recommend your firm!! Diana H

Posted by Brian | December 05, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes

Outstanding services

From day one, Michael and his team were there to do anything and everything to help me with my case. Professional and down to earth, Michael was there to translate the legal jargon into a language that was easily interpreted. I would highly recommend Michael to any of my friends or family members. I ...can't thank him enough!!

Posted by anonymous | October 19, 2016 | Workers Compensation

Not very helpful

I spoke to the paralegal. Explained my situation related to workman's comp. I was told he was going to review it with the lawyer. I didn't get a call so called the paralegal a day after and he told they can't accept my case. So I don't understand who they accept for them to benefit.

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Michael Harris Kaplan's Lawyer Endorsements

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Kristin Caruso

Administrative law lawyer | Jun 22

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mr. Kaplan is a zealous advocate for his clients, who is compassionate to his clients, knowledgeable of the law, well spoken and written, and an overall excellent attorney. The legal community knows and respects him. The bench values Mr. Kaplan's approach and analysis. As an attorney who has worked on cases against Mr. Kaplan for almost two decades, it is with all honesty and respect to report that he is one of the best (if not the best) workers' compensation lawyers representing injured workers in Colorado."

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Melissa Winthers

Workers compensation lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael Kaplan is an exceptional lawyer in the area of worker's compensation. Michael's stellar reputation among opposing counsel and judges is an important factor which separates him from other lawyers in the field and allows him to achieve great results for his clients. If someone in my own family was hurt on the job, I would not hesitate to send him/her to Michael."

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Marlo Greer

Workers compensation lawyer | Oct 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Michael is an excellent advocate whose reputation is untouchable in the community. I recommend him for all workers compensation cases and wouldn't hesitate to ask him to represent my own family."

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Patrick Barnes

Workers compensation lawyer | Apr 22

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Mr. Kaplan is an innovator in the workers' compensation field. I fully endorse him."

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Christopher Dominick

Workers compensation lawyer | Jul 12

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Michael is a compassionate, knowledgeable, well-seasoned attorney who always has his clients' best interests in mind, and consistently achieves the best results possible for them. Michael would be the first attorney to whom i would turn if i ever needed assistance with a workers' compensation, or social security disability matter."

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Ilene Feldmeier

Workers compensation lawyer | Jul 01

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mike Kaplan is a knowledgeable workers' compensation attorney. I have had several cases against him. He knows the law and aggressively represents his client’s best interests in the matter. Mr. Kaplan is professional and courteous to opposing counsel. I highly recommend Mike Kaplan to anyone that is in need of legal advice about workers’ compensation."

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Douglas Thomas

Workers compensation lawyer | Oct 01

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"Mike provides great service to his clients and aggressively pursue each case to its conclusion."

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Ronda Cordova

Workers compensation lawyer

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Britton Morrell

Workers compensation lawyer

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Eric Pollart

Workers compensation lawyer

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Elsa Martinez Tenreiro

Workers compensation lawyer

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Marlo Greer

Personal injury lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Workers Compensation Counsel in Colorado, Major League Baseball Players Association

2018

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2017

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2016

Super Lawyer 2016, Super Lawyers Magazine

2015

Super Lawyer 2015, Super Lawyers Magazine

2014

Super Lawyer 2014, Super Lawyers Magazine

2011

Rising Star, Super Lawyers Magazine

2009

Outstanding Claimant's Attorney, Professionals in Workers Compensation

2008

President's Award, Professionals in Workers Compensation

2007

Outstanding Claimant's Attorney, Professionals in Workers Compensation

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Partner, Kaplan Morrell, LLC

2004 - 2011

Partner, Sawaya, Rose & Kaplan, LLC

2001 - 2004

Attorney, The Sawaya Law Firm

1999 - 2001

Associate, Bendinelli Law Firm

Associations

2007 - Present

Colorado Bar Foundation

Fellow

2003 - Present

Workers' Compensation Education Association

Board Member

2008 - 2011

Professionals in Workers' Compensation

Board Member

2004 - 2015

Colorado Bar Association, Workers' Compensation Section

CBA Workers' Compensation Executive Council

Education

N/A

Michigan State University College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

N/A

University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2018

Workers' Injury Law & Advocacy Group Colorado Workers Compensation Medical Treatment Guidelnes

Publications

2019

Kaplan Morrell's Workers Compensation Colorado Blog What Are The Most Fatal and Costly Work Injuries

2019

Kaplan Morrell's Workers Compensation Colorado Blog Why do injured workers need attorneys?

2019

2019

Kaplan Morrell's Workers Compensation Colorado Blog What Does Litigation Mean in the Workers Comp Context?

2018

2018

Kaplan Morrell Workers Compensation Blog Social Media and Workers Compensation – Colorado

2018

Kaplan Morrell Workers Compensation Blog Three Steps To Take If You Are Injured at Work in Colorado

2018

Kaplan Morrell's Workers Compensation Colorado Blog Advice for Workman’s Comp – The Importance of Your Doctor’s Appointment.

Languages

English

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