Court of Appeals Affirms 40% Industrial Award
ConAgra Foods, Inc. v. Moore , No. 21-0339 (Iowa App. May 25, 2022) Claimant suffered a pop while twisting to lift a stack of boxes and felt immediate pain in his left hip. Claimant reported his injury and subsequently went on vacation. His pain continued and when he returned to work he was informed his injury was no longer considered work-related. Claimant sought care on his own and was advised by his doctor to avoid activities that would aggravate his condition. Claimant also developed back pain. He received treatment in the form of medications, physical therapy and facet injections. Following the hearing on his claim, the deputy found, based on the reports of claimant's doctor and Dr. Segal, that claimant had suffered a work-related injury. Claimant was found to have suffered a 40% industrial disability. The commissioner affirmed and the district court affirmed the commissioner based on substantial evidence. The Court of Appeals noted that the factual finding of causa