A workers’ compensation claim can be denied for many reasons. Not filing your claim within the required timeframe or filing a claim for an injury that was not caused by or did not happen at work (such as a pre-existing condition) can result in a denial.
Keep in mind that having to pay a workers’ compensation claim is expensive for the employer and the insurance company. As a result, both the employer and the insurer may look for reasons to deny your claim, even going so far as disputing that the situation that lead to your injury or illness never occurred. Having an experienced and aggressive workers’ compensation attorney to represent you throughout the claims process will increase your chances of having a favorable outcome in your case.