Workers Compensation Benefits Denied

You have been injured at the work place – you have filed a claim. So you should start receiving payment and financial compensation right? Unfortunately, for tens of thousands of workers across Minnesota, this is not the case.

Minnesota Workers Compensation Lawyer

If you have filed for workers compensation there is a chance that you could be denied financial compensation and benefits. If this is the case, then contact our team of qualified Minnesota workers compensation attorneys today by filling out the form on the side of this page or phoning one of our office numbers.

Denied Workers Compensation?

There are several different reasons why you may have been denied workers compensation. Here are some examples of complications surrounding any work related claim:

• Misclassification of injury by the insurance company
• The insurance company may not believe the injury was caused by your line of work. However, even if you the injury did not occur at work, you may still have a claim if your line of work has aggravated the condition.
• Workers compensation benefits are issued in the wrong amount. If you are getting less than what you are legally owed, then you could be facing this problem
• Workers compensation benefits suddenly stop coming or you have received a letter informing you that your benefits will stop soon

IME – Independent Medical Exams

Another problem you may face is being asked to go to an independent medical exam. Most workers compensation insurance agencies will have their own doctors that you must see. The problem with this is that the doctor and the insurance agency may be corrupt and thus your injury may not be accurately documented. Always speak to your own doctor about your injury as well as undergoing any independent medical exam.

Workers Compensation Claims

When it comes to workers compensation claims, you might have several out of pocket expenses that you need to pay for up front and hopefully claim back later. It is important to always keep your receipts, medical records and keep track of any phone calls made between yourself and your doctor. Make copies of everything you receive, double check that the doctor and the insurance company are corresponding on your behalf and always keep in touch with your employee about your condition.

That way, if your insurance agency does claim to have lost your application or your claim documentation, you will have backups to provide. Furthermore, if you are denied workers compensation, you will have documentation to prove your injury and work in your favor.

MN Work Comp Attorney

If you have been injured in your workplace, then you have the right to financial compensation. Reitan Law Office has represented injured Minnesotans for more than 30 years and would be happy to discuss your worker compensation case with you. We can assist with any medical claims, legal complications and workers compensation denials that you may be facing. There is no charge to meet with us and ask your questions.

We provide two convenient locations to choose from. Call 507-388-1800 in Mankato or 952-448-2800 in Twin Cities and speak to a qualified and compassionate Minnesota personal injury lawyer attorney today!