If you suffered a permanent injury at work four years ago, had an open worker's comp case at the time, but did not pursue it,

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If you suffered a permanent injury at work four years ago, had an open worker's comp case at the time, but did not pursue it,

Anonymous Jun 25, 2015 9 views 5 answers

can you re-open it and pursue it at this time (four years later)?

Michael Welch · Accepted Answer · 2026-06-15T15:10:06+00:00

If your employer had sufficient notice and if your claim was timely filed you should be able to pursue it now. You should discuss this matter with a local attorney.

Alexander O BentsenSocial Security LawyersStaten Island, NY · Accepted Answer · 2026-06-15T15:10:06+00:00

I agree if the claim was brought properly at the time it may be something that could be reopened. Consult with an attorney. You can use the Find a Lawyer feature on this site.

Leonard Feld · Accepted Answer · 2026-06-15T15:10:06+00:00

Dear Madam or Sir in Manhattan: Well, you left out a lot of information. It appears you filed a timely claim; were any awards made? Was the case formally "established" for particular bodily injuries, for example ANCR Right Leg? What is the nature of your current problem? Are you losing time from work; do you need surgery? Leonard Feld

Robert Koenigsberg · Accepted Answer · 2026-06-15T15:10:06+00:00

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Robert Koenigsberg · Jun 15, 2026

Yes. I have done this before for clients.

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Camila Medici · Accepted Answer · 2026-06-15T15:10:06+00:00

Yes, as long as you filed the comp claim on time and your employer was on notice of the accident and you have medical evidence of a causally related injury or disability, yes.

If you suffered a permanent injury at work four years ago, had an open worker's comp case at the time, but did not pursue it,

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