# How Long Do I Have To File a Workers’ Comp Claim After an On-the-Job Accident? | Heuser & Heuser, LLP

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In Colorado, you generally have two years from the date of the work-related accident to file a workers’ compensation claim. However, it is important to report the injury to your employer within four days or as soon as possible and to file the claim promptly to avoid any issues with the statute of limitations.

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