When Your Claim is Denied
If you have filed a workers' compensation claim and have received a notice of denial, you should talk with a lawyer as soon as possible. You have the right to file a claim petition following a denial. However, it is important that your petition is filed correctly, and in the proper time frame, so having a knowledgeable attorney in the process is key.
Do Not Talk with the Insurance Company
After your claim has been denied, you should not talk to the insurance company before consulting with an attorney. Be wary of tactics used by insurance companies such as seeking recorded statements from claimants without the benefit of counsel, and using their own words against them. Honest people can often hurt their own claims by talking with representatives whom they presume to be on their side. You need a lawyer with the experience and the compassion to truly be on your side.
Get the Help of an Experienced Workers' Compensation Attorney
At the Lancaster, Pennsylvania, law firm of Vanasse Law LLC, attorney Mike Vanasse will work to get the compensation that you deserve, even if your initial claim was denied. All consultations are free, and we only get paid if we successfully obtain or maintain benefits for you. You have nothing to lose by consulting experienced counsel like Mike Vanasse, and everything to gain.
It is important to realize that the denial of a claim is not the end of a case. In fact, it is from the initial denial that much of the crucial part of a case begins. You need to make sure that you have an experienced workers' compensation lawyer to help in:
- Understanding the law and all of the timing for filings
- Obtaining full and more complete medical records and evidence
- Presenting testimony at hearings before a Workers' Compensation judge
- Cross examining insurance company and employer witnesses
- Presenting expert medical testimony
- Properly evaluating and negotiating settlements
Mike Vanasse has over 20 years of experience in litigating workers' compensation cases. He founded his current firm, Vanasse Law LLC, for the exclusive purpose of zealously representing the rights of injured workers. Put his expertise to work for you.
Contact us at Vanasse Law LLC to schedule a free initial consultation and talk with us about your denied workers' compensation claim. Call our Lancaster office to make an appointment at 717-397-1010 (toll free at 888-576-0240).
