In a SIF case that is now 17-years old, the Commission affirms a denial of PTD SIF benefits based on prior conditions to the knee, shoulder or neuropathy when the expert's opinions about prior limitations were inconsistent with claimant's prior high level function, claimant had a good recovery from the primary, and the expert did not assess claimant's condition at the time of the accident but his vocational status 10 years later.
The commission affirmed an award of partial benefits against the SIF (old law) noting primary injuries to both arms (carpal and cubital) combined with priors of 20%, 15%, and 10% of the cervical, thoracic and lumbar spine.
Dennis Eldridge v Zoltek Co. (SIF only)
Inj No. 07-077605 (dec. Nov. 21, 2024)
Venue: St. Charles County (ALJ Gilliam)
Atty: Parker, Kellerman
