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  "name": "I hurt my shoulder lifting at work but have an old injury there, will they deny my claim?",
  "description": "Yes, if work aggravated it—get medical proof.[2]",
  "url": "https://justworkcomplaw.com//faq/general-i-hurt-my-shoulder-lifting-at-work-but-have-an-old-injury-there-will-they-deny-m-6",
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    {
      "@type": "Question",
      "name": "I hurt my shoulder lifting at work but have an old injury there, will they deny my claim?",
      "acceptedAnswer": {
        "@type": "Answer",
        "text": "Yes, if work aggravated it—get medical proof.[2]",
        "description": "Pre-existing conditions can be covered if work aggravated them; explain details to your doctor for Form 123.[1][2] Insurers may dispute, but aggravation qualifies.[2] Key factors: Document work causation; get strong medical opinion.[2] Avoid downplaying history; seek lawyer if contested.[2] Utah comp covers work-related worsenings.[2]"
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