{ "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "name": "What if my claim for popcorn lung from flavoring gets denied?", "description": "Appeal fast with better medical evidence and lawyer help.", "url": "https://justworkcomplaw.com//faq/general-what-if-my-claim-for-popcorn-lung-from-flavoring-gets-denied-181", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "What if my claim for popcorn lung from flavoring gets denied?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Appeal fast with better medical evidence and lawyer help.", "description": "**Appeal within 20-60 days depending on state; gather more medical proof.** Denials common if causation disputed in diacetyl cases[2]. Key factors: Independent pulmonologist review; show inadequate ventilation/PPE; hearing before comp judge. Utah allows attorney fees if you win appeal. Request denial reasons in writing, file timely, consider third-party suit. Persistence with strong evidence overturns most." } } ] }