Sinasdramis iconSinasdramisSep 15, 2026 ~1 min source read

What Happens When the Insurance Company Says Your Injury Was Pre-Existing?

If the insurance company says your injury was pre-existing, you may still have a valid injury claim. Many Michigan accident victims have prior medical conditions, previous injuries, or degenerative changes.

What Happens When the Insurance Company Says Your Injury Was Pre-Existing?

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If the insurance company says your injury was pre-existing, you may still have a valid injury claim.

Many Michigan accident victims have prior medical conditions, previous injuries, or degenerative changes.

The key issue is often whether the accident caused a new injury, worsened an existing condition, or aggravated symptoms that were previously manageable.

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If the insurance company says your injury was pre-existing, you may still have a valid injury claim. Many Michigan accident victims have prior medical conditions, previous injuries, or degenerative changes. The key issue is often whether the accident caused a new injury, worsened an existing condition, or aggravated symptoms that were previously manageable.

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  • After an accident, many injured people are surprised to hear an insurance company argue: "Your injury existed before the accident." This is one of the most common arguments insurers use when evaluating...
  • In some situations, a person may have a prior injury, old medical records,...

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When the Insurance Company Says Your Injury Was Pre-Existing?

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