Calabasas Claim Denial & Appeals Lawyer

Providing Staunch Legal Advocacy When Your Workers’ Compensation Claim Is Denied in Bakersfield, San Bernardino, Stockton, or Modesto

If you were injured or developed a medical condition while on the job, it can be hard to deal with the stress of your condition while also worrying about the potential financial repercussions. In these situations, workers’ compensation is intended to provide financial support during this difficult period. California requires all employers to carry workers’ compensation to cover medical costs and provides income support for a given period of time when an employee is injured on the job. This system is designed to protect employees from having to prove negligence by their employer or co-workers in order to receive the resources they need.

Unfortunately, worker's compensation claims are often denied for various reasons, such as: 

• The injury did not happen at work
• A medical professional deemed your injury unrelated to work
• Pre-existing conditions were present prior to injury 
• Insufficient or inaccurate information was provided on the claim form 
• Filing deadlines weren't met

It can be incredibly frustrating for an employee when their worker’s compensation claim is denied. The denial of a claim can leave an employee and their family in financial limbo. Without sufficient resources to pay for medical costs or support their family during this time of recovery, it’s understandable that workers may feel demoralized if their claim has been rejected. It can also be difficult to understand why their claim was denied, especially because when there are so many potential reasons that could be at play. 

Whatever the reason, it is important to remember that there are still legal options available to help you appeal your denied worker's compensation claim. Our experienced claim denial and appeals attorneys at Gaines & Gaines can help you file a timely appeal and fight for the benefits you need to recover.