Boeing Co. v. Doss

¶1 We must decide whether a self-insured employer is entitled to second injury fund relief under RCW 51.16.120(1) for a worker’s postpension medical costs. We hold that the plain language of the governing statutes does not allow a charge to the second injury fund for postpension medical treatment under RCW 51.16.120(1). Accordingly, we reverse the Court of Appeals.

FACTS AND PROCEDURAL HISTORY

¶2 The underlying facts of this case are undisputed. Patricia Doss filed a claim for workers’ compensation with the Department of Labor and Industries (Department) after suffering chemical exposure during…