Denial of Benefits for Firefighter’s PTSD Overturned
The Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania overturned a denial of benefits to a firefighter who was disabled by post-traumatic stress disorder created by his inability to save the lives of two…
Judge Errs in Enforcing Lien Against Worker’s Lump-Sum Settlement
The Georgia Court of Appeals ruled that a trial judge erred in enforcing a carrier’s lien against a worker’s lump-sum settlement in a third-party action.
Case: McLeod v. BITCO Insurance Cos., No.
Injured Worker’s 6th Back Surgery Not Compensable
The Delaware Superior Court upheld a finding that a worker’s sixth back surgery was not compensable.
Case: Jackson v. Pep Boys, No. N25A-03-003 FWW, 10/20/2025, published.
Facts and procedural history: Robert Jackson…
WCS Posts FAQ on Bill Giving First Responders More Provider Choices
The Nevada Workers’ Compensation Section posted a list of answers to frequently asked questions about new legislation giving first responders more options when choosing a provider for heart and lung…
Court Overturns Jury’s $10 Million Award for Injured Worker
A New York appellate court overturned a jury’s award of $10 million in punitive damages for an injured worker.
Case: Petrosian v. B&A Warehousing Inc., No. 2020-03114, 10/15/2025, published.
Facts: George Petrosian…
Court Revives Worker’s Claim Because Expert Opinions Present Triable Issues
An Ohio appellate court revived a worker’s claim, finding that the competing expert opinions presented by the parties gave rise to a triable issue that could not be resolved on…