2022 Workers' Compensation Appeal Decisions
2022 Workers' Compensation Appeal Decisions The following is a compilation of workers' compensation appeal decisions decided in 2022, arranged by month. December 2022 Ernster v. SIF , No. 19003583.01 (App. Dec. 29, 2022) - Claimant was found not to be a credible witness at the arbitration level and benefits were denied in this SIF only action. Claimant had settled the underlying action with the employer on an agreement for settlement. The deputy concluded that claimant had not demonstrated a second qualifying loss to her left leg and thus no SIF benefits were awarded (Fitch). The commissioner affirms, noting that the deputy is to be given deference in the credibility determination. 4 months from arbitration to appeal decision. Hayes v. Georgia Pacific Corp. , No. 5067990.02 (App. Dec. 29, 2022) - In this review-reopening petition, claimant sought an increase in the 25% industrial disability previously awarded for a low back injury. The deputy found t...