Rowan Companies v. Benoit

hKLINE, Judge.

This is an appeal by a workers’ compensation claimant following loss of benefits under La. R.S. 23:1208.1. For the reasons that follow, we reverse.

FACTS AND PROCEDURAL HISTORY

In September of 2000, Eric J. Benoit allegedly injured his back while working as a derrickman, during the course and scope of his employment with Rowan Companies, Inc. (“Rowan”). In conjunction with that injury, Rowan paid indemnity benefits in the amount of $1,552.00 to Mr. Benoit and medical benefits on his behalf in the amount of $2,264.46.

On November 2, 2000, Mr. Benoit’s employer filed a disputed claim…