Possible Legal Cause for Work Injury Claims Denial

 

Any severe work-related injuries can disturb an individual's life in a big way. That's why it makes sense to start seeking compensation right away once you're injured when performing your employment duties. However, as your Atlanta personal injury would advice, there are circumstances that may lead to rejection of your claims by a workers' compensation insurance company.

 

Statute of Limitations Expiry

 

When an insurance company or your employer is aware that you let statute of limitations expire before filing any claims or notifying the relevant parties as required by law, they will reject your claims. The insurer knows that no court in Georgia would validate claims that have not been filed within the timelines set by law. That's why you should start working with a workers' comp lawyer from http://thebaderlawfirm.com/personal-injury-attorney-atlanta-ga/ as soon as injuries have occurred.

 

Improper Documentation

 

If you're unable to prove injury or disability, no insurance company will agree to compensate for it. So, work closely with your attorney from The Bader Law Firm to develop and document medical evidence for your injuries and suffering. Likewise, document all costs for medication due to the on-the-job injuries you suffered.

 

Pre-Existing Conditions

 

If you had an injury or sickness that became worse on exposure to the workplace environment, an insurer may deny liability. Again, you'll need to demonstrate the link between your injuries and the workplace accident or condition that caused them to be compensated.

 

Negligent Actions

 

There are numerous workplace conditions that can lead to injury, but they usually don't because workers are able to follow provided safety procedures. So, failure to follow workplace procedures and ending up injured may result in claims that an insurer will deny. At the same time, reckless behavior, such as driving while drunk, may mean that your employer's worker's compensation insurance is not liable for any resultant injury.

 

Non Work-Related Injury

 

If you get injured while coming to work, that does not qualify as workplace injury. In other words, any injuries you sustain outside of the workplace, even if you're employed, are not the legal or financial responsibility of your employer. As such, any claims related to such injuries are likely to be denied.

 

Nonetheless, don't leave it to your employer and their workers' comp insurer to decide whether or not your claims are valid. Just ask an Atlanta personal injury attorney to look at your case and determine whether it satisfies legal requirements for admissibility in court as well as compensation by your employer's insurer.