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  "name": "I had back issues before, machine accident at work made it worse—still get comp?",
  "description": "Yes, aggravation of pre-existing conditions is compensable.",
  "url": "https://justworkcomplaw.com//faq/general-i-had-back-issues-before-machine-accident-at-work-made-it-worse-still-get-comp-157",
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    {
      "@type": "Question",
      "name": "I had back issues before, machine accident at work made it worse—still get comp?",
      "acceptedAnswer": {
        "@type": "Answer",
        "text": "Yes, aggravation of pre-existing conditions is compensable.",
        "description": "**Yes, Utah law covers aggravation of pre-existing conditions from work accidents.** No disqualification if employment caused the flare-up[1]. Prove causal link via medical opinion. Common in machinery strain cases. Report fully. Attorney fights denials."
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