Monday, March 1, 2021

No combo, no total in SIF claim

 Robert March v Millbank Mfg.

Release Date:  Feb. 23, 2021  (D/A  May 1, 2015)

Venue:  Lafayette County

Plot Summary:  Claimant denied SIF PTD claim based on a failure to prove a prior lower leg condition did not aggravate or accelerate work related carpal tunnel or that  disability wasn't caused by post-accident worsening. The Commission affirmed a denial on the failure of the burden of persuasion that claimant's inability to work was not because of the prior leg condition alone, and describes how the employer provided accommodations.

Cast:

Siedlik

Kenter

Wilson

Note:  A majority criticizes the original opinion for grammatical errors and confusing language.