$ 375-450 per hour
Michael received his bachelor’s degree from the University of Michigan and his Juris Doctorate from the Detroit College of Law at Michigan State University. Michael is licensed to practice law in both Colorado and Michigan. Michael is the former President of the Workers’ Compensation Education Association (WCEA), which is the leading attorney advocate group for injured workers in Colorado. Since 2002, Michael has been a WCEA board member actively involved with authoring new legislation and rules to better the Colorado Workers’ Compensation system.
Professional Players Unions have sought Michael’s assistance representing their injured players. He is one of only two NFL Players Association-appointed Colorado panel counsels. He also assists the NHLPA, MLSPA, MLBPA, and the Professional Hockey Players Association (PHPA).
Michael is a Fellow of the Colorado Bar Association Foundation (less than one percent of all active Colorado attorneys are honored by being made a Fellow).
In 2016, Michael received the Lansford F. Butler Award for his outstanding service, dedication, and commitment in the field of Colorado WC; This is the most prestigious award given to a WC practitioner in Colorado.
Michael was honored by the Professionals in Workers’ Compensation Organization with 2007, 2009 & 2015 WC Outstanding Claimants Attorney awards and the 2008 PWC President’s Award.
The National Institute has recognized Michael for Trial Advocacy. The Colorado Division of Workers’ Compensation has recognized Michael for his service on the 2006 & 2008 Medical Treatment Guidelines Task Force. Michael has also assisted the Division of Workers’ Compensation with developing and revising the Workers’ Compensation Rules of Procedure on several occasions.
Michael has given numerous presentations to help educate the Workers’ Compensation community on behalf of the Nation Business Institute, Colorado Bar Association, Workers’ Compensation Education Association, the Professionals in Workers’ Compensation Association, and Sterling Educational Services.
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$ 375-450 per hour
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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...
Posted by Lauren | November 10, 2017 | Personal Injury
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This is the testimonial I'd like to put on your website: My lawyer Michael Kaplan with Kaplan Morrell helped me get exactly what I needed and more through my settlement. In just short of four months I was helped with getting even more than expected with a final settlement. Michael was helpfu...
Posted by Anthony | June 22, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Outstanding Service
Upon being injured on the job, I was in need of legal counsel due to many unfortunate circumstances at my place of employment. My attorney Michael Kaplan was there for support and guidance. His kindness and services are top notch, and I highly recommend seeking his assistance in your time of ...
Posted by Amanda | August 24, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Workers Compensation
Great lawyer and a great team!
Michael and his team are extremely professional, efficient and knowledgable about workers' compensation and the WC system. I was very happy with the settlement I received as it was fair and reasonable. Michael and his staff were great communicators and managed my stress re my injury extremely well.
Posted by Jim | September 22, 2014 | Workers Compensation
Michael Kaplan ~ An expert in his field!
I was injured at work less than two years ago. I was forced to hire an attorney after the insurance company delayed paying my medical bills. I was referred to Michael Kaplan, by a friend who is a civil defense attorney. I was very impressed by Mr. Kaplan after our first meeting. Mr. Kaplan listened w...
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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."
"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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Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2019
Workers Compensation Counsel in Colorado, Major League Baseball Players Association
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Super Lawyer 2016, Super Lawyers Magazine
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Super Lawyer 2015, Super Lawyers Magazine
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Super Lawyer 2014, Super Lawyers Magazine
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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
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
2007 - Present
Colorado Bar FoundationFellow
2003 - Present
Workers' Compensation Education AssociationBoard Member
2008 - 2011
Professionals in Workers' CompensationBoard Member
2004 - 2015
Colorado Bar Association, Workers' Compensation SectionCBA Workers' Compensation Executive Council
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