Friday, August 18, 2017

Soccer ball to head causes multiple injuries

The Commission affirmed a PTD award against SIF, and concluded subsequent part-time employment did not preclude an award for total disability.  Hull v Dr. Pepper   08-117368  8/15/2017

The Commission found that claimant's capacity to work part-time in a highly accommodated work environment did not constitute substantial gainful employment. 

Claimant alleges as a result of the primary injury he was hit in the head with a soccer ball.  He had a long history of concussions from playing hockey.  He claims he also sustained injuries to his neck and both knees.  A defense expert concluded his condition in part arose from somatoform disorder.

ALJ Carlisle
Atty:  Meyers, Toepke
Experts:  Liss, Volarich, Gonzales