Worker Paralyzed From Headfirst Fall Down Steps Gets TTD Award
A New York appellate court upheld an award of temporary total disability benefits to a worker paralyzed after a headfirst fall down a set of steps.
Case: In the Matter of…
Court: Injured Worker Should Have Received Summary Judgment for Ladder Accident
A New York appellate court ruled that a worker should have been granted summary judgment on his Labor Law claim for his injuries from a fall from a ladder.
Case: Escudero…
Federal Court Clarifies Duration of ‘Year’ of Employment for Black Lung Benefits
A federal appellate court ruled that a “year” of employment under the Black Lung Benefits Act occurs when a coal miner works 125 days or more in and around a…
House Passes Bill to Cover Fundraising Injuries
The Pennsylvania House of Representatives passed a bill that would ensure workers’ compensation coverage is available for volunteer firefighters and paramedics who are injured during organized fundraising activities.
Rep. Robert Freeman
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Senate Passes Amended Comp Bills
The Hawaii Senate returned amended bills addressing treatment plans, vocational rehabilitation and functional capacity exams to the state House of Representatives for additional debate.
The Senate on Tuesday voted 25-0 to…
Worker Who Fell From Makeshift Platform Gets Summary Judgment on Labor Law Claim
A New York appellate court ruled that a worker who fell from a makeshift platform was entitled to summary judgment on his Labor Law claim.
Case: DaSilva v. Super P57 LLC,…