Denied Workers’ Compensation Claims in New Jersey

A denied workers’ compensation claim does not mean your case is over. Insurance carriers in New Jersey frequently deny valid claims, delay medical treatment, or dispute injuries in an effort to limit or avoid paying benefits.

The Law Office of Tara Breslow represents injured workers throughout New Jersey whose workers’ compensation claims have been denied or improperly delayed.

Common Reasons Workers’ Compensation Claims Are Denied

Workers’ compensation claims may be denied for many reasons, including:

• Allegations that the injury is not work-related
• Claims involving pre-existing conditions
• Disputes over how or when the injury occurred
• Gaps or delays in medical treatment
• Employer challenges to the reported injury
• Insurance carrier disputes over disability level

A denial does not automatically mean the insurance carrier is correct.

What to Do If Your Workers’ Compensation Claim Is Denied

If your claim is denied, it is important to act quickly. You may have the right to challenge the denial through formal legal proceedings.

Steps may include:

• Filing a claim petition
• Requesting a workers’ compensation hearing
• Filing motions for medical treatment
• Presenting medical evidence and expert testimony

Strict deadlines apply, and delays can harm your case.

Medical Treatment Denials and Delays

Insurance carriers often deny or delay authorization for medical care, even when treatment is clearly related to a work injury.

When necessary medical treatment is refused, a motion may be filed seeking court intervention to compel care and prevent further injury.

Hearings and Contested Workers’ Compensation Cases

Denied claims are often resolved through workers’ compensation hearings before a judge of compensation. These hearings allow the injured worker to present testimony, medical records, and expert evidence to challenge the denial.

Legal representation is critical in contested cases, as insurance carriers are represented by experienced defense counsel.

Can a Denied Workers’ Compensation Claim Be Settled?

Yes. Many denied workers’ compensation claims ultimately resolve through settlement, either during litigation or after hearings have begun.

An attorney can evaluate whether a proposed settlement fairly reflects the injury, disability level, and future medical needs.

Why Legal Representation Matters

• Insurance carriers aggressively defend denied claims
• Medical evidence must meet legal standards
• Procedural mistakes can jeopardize benefits
• Settlements may undervalue permanent injuries
• Experienced advocacy improves outcomes

Free Consultation

If your workers’ compensation claim has been denied in New Jersey, contact the Law Office of Tara Breslow for a confidential consultation. We represent injured workers in denied and disputed workers’ compensation cases and work to secure the benefits the law allows.