More Common Workers’ Compensation Mistake: Being Late For or Missing Medical Appointments
Tennessee work comp claims are often difficult to prove and may result in a lack of compensation for the injured employee if common mistakes are made during the process. In an earlier blog post, I discussed the importance of seeking medical treatment soon after an injury and how a failure to do so can lead to the insurance company feeling that the injury is not sufficient enough to justify compensation. Another common mistake that people may make when wanting to pursue a TN workers’ compensation claim is related to this one and that is a failure to be on time for or missing medical appointments.
Many people may think that they do not need to keep going for medical treatment after first being treated for the injury or that missing an appointment or two is not that important to their case. However, failing to show up for scheduled medical appointments is recorded in your medical records and if the court sees that you have missed several appointments, this may lead them to believe that your injury is not as severe as you claim or that you are not as commitment to your treatment as you should be. This can lead the court to question your injury and your claim and may cause it to be rejected. This is why it is important to always be on time for your appointments or to give twenty-four hours notice if you need to reschedule an appointment. This will help to prove to the court that you need the medical treatment and that you care about your treatment and also that this claim is very important to you.
If you or someone you know has suffered from a workplace injury, then we recommend that you contact a Tennessee workers’ compensation attorney with our legal team. We care about our clients and will help answer any questions you may about your case.
Contact us online or call us at 800.705.2121 to set up a FREE consultation to discuss your legal options.
Author Bio
Jim Higgins, founder of the Higgins Firm, is a seasoned personal injury attorney with deep roots in Nashville, Tennessee. A 4th generation Nashvillian, Jim carries on the legal legacy of his father, a judge for over 30 years. After graduating from the University of Memphis School of Law, Jim’s career began on the other side of the courtroom, defending insurance companies and learning their tactics for minimizing settlements. However, he soon realized his true calling was fighting for the rights of the injured, and for the past several years, he has exclusively represented plaintiffs in personal injury cases.
Since then, his dedication and skill have earned him membership in the prestigious Million Dollar Advocates Forum, an organization limited to attorneys who have secured million and multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements for their clients. Licensed to practice in Tennessee, Kentucky, and Georgia, Jim focuses on personal injury, product liability, medical malpractice, and workers’ compensation cases. His exceptional work has been recognized by his peers, earning him a spot on the Super Lawyers list from 2021 to 2024, a distinction awarded to only a select group of accomplished attorneys in each state.
