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  "name": "Hurt bad by forklift but symptoms started weeks later, still covered?",
  "description": "Yes, doctor-connect to incident; document progression, appeal denials.",
  "url": "https://justworkcomplaw.com//faq/general-hurt-bad-by-forklift-but-symptoms-started-weeks-later-still-covered-261",
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    {
      "@type": "Question",
      "name": "Hurt bad by forklift but symptoms started weeks later, still covered?",
      "acceptedAnswer": {
        "@type": "Answer",
        "text": "Yes, doctor-connect to incident; document progression, appeal denials.",
        "description": "**Yes, if linked to accident by doctor; workers' comp covers delayed injuries.** Common in crush cases.[3] Key factors: Prompt medical visit post-accident; records show progression. Insurer may deny—appeal with imaging/experts. File claim ASAP despite delay."
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    }
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