Denied Claims
Attorney in California

Appeals and reversals of wrongfully denied workers' comp claims. Our experienced attorneys have recovered over $150 million for injured workers and accident victims across California. Free consultation — no fee unless we win.

What You Need to Know About Denied Claims

If you've suffered a denied claims injury, you may be entitled to compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, permanent disability, and more. California law protects injured workers, but insurance companies routinely deny or undervalue legitimate claims.

At Nordanyan Law, we specialize in fighting for the maximum compensation our clients deserve. With a 99.9% win rate and over $150 million recovered, we have the experience and track record to handle even the most complex cases.

“Every injured worker deserves the same quality of legal representation as any corporation. That is the principle this firm was built on.”

How We Help

From the moment you contact us, we take over every aspect of your case so you can focus on recovery:

Filing and managing all paperwork and deadlines
Communicating with insurance companies on your behalf
Finding the best doctors for your treatment
Documenting your injuries for maximum compensation
Negotiating settlements or taking your case to trial
Ensuring you receive all benefits you're entitled to

No Fee Unless We Win

We work on a contingency fee basis. You pay nothing upfront and nothing unless we win your case. Our success is directly tied to yours.

Cases We Have Won

$2,245,000
Workers' Compensation
$2,200,000
Workers' Compensation
$1,495,206
Workers' Compensation
$750,000
Personal Injury

Frequently Asked Questions

Why was my workers' comp claim denied?+
Common denial reasons in California include: (1) employer dispute about whether the injury occurred at work, (2) statute-of-limitations defenses, (3) AOE/COE disputes (whether injury arose out of employment), (4) pre-existing condition claims, (5) intoxication or willful misconduct allegations, and (6) failure to meet the medical-legal standard. The denial letter must state the specific reason — most denials are reversible with proper medical evidence and legal advocacy.
Can I appeal a denied workers' comp claim in California?+
Yes. You file an Application for Adjudication of Claim with the WCAB to formally dispute the denial. From there, your case is litigated like any other workers' comp claim — including QME evaluations, depositions, document discovery, and ultimately a trial before a workers' comp judge. We have reversed hundreds of denials and Nordanyan Law has secured six- and seven-figure recoveries on cases that started as denials.
How long do I have to dispute a denial?+
California Labor Code § 5803 gives you 5 years from the date of injury to file an Application for Adjudication, but practically you should dispute a denial within 30–60 days to preserve evidence and lock down medical care. The longer you wait, the harder it becomes to rebuild the case. Bring the denial letter to a workers' comp attorney immediately for a free review — most disputes can still be won.
Can I get medical care while the denial is being appealed?+
Yes — through several pathways. (1) Your private health insurance can cover treatment with reimbursement rights; (2) treatment under medical-financial liens that get paid when the case settles; (3) emergency Cal-MediCal coverage for low-income workers; (4) treating physicians willing to work on a lien basis. We connect denied-claim clients with our network of lien-based providers immediately so treatment doesn't lapse.
What does it cost to fight a denied claim?+
Nothing upfront. California workers' comp attorneys work on contingency — we are paid a 9–15% fee from your settlement, capped by Labor Code § 4906 and approved by the workers' comp judge. If we don't win, you pay nothing. Most clients with denied claims have nothing to lose and substantial benefits to gain by fighting the denial.

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Lead Attorney
David Abrahamian
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What Our Clients Say

“

I had a workers compensation case while working as a motorcycle mechanic, attorney Minas and the rest of his staff were helpful guiding me through the entire process. The pile of paperwork seemed endless. They helped find me Doctors for treatment and got me a nice settlement in the end. Will definitely recommend to others.

Edgar M.
Workers' Compensation
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I highly recommend Nordanyan Law they are very professional. Katy and Sandra Are very accurate when it comes to communication, they answer your question pretty quickly. They strive to reserve your case quick. Outstanding service I'm very happy with this Law firm.

Ivonne F.
Workers' Compensation
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I'm incredibly grateful to the entire staff at Nordanyan Law firm for their outstanding work on my family's automobile injury case. From the beginning, the attorney David showed compassion, dedication, and professionalism. Thanks to David and the staff for their hard work and expertise that reached a favorable outcome.

Edo M.
Personal Injury — Automobile
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