Workers' Compensation Claim of Britton v. Halliburton Services

GOLDEN, Chief Justice.

In this worker’s compensation appeal, we consider whether substantial evidence supports the findings and conclusions of the hearing examiner.

We affirm the order of the district court denying additional benefits.

FACTS

On December 15, 1990, appellant John Britton (Britton), while working for Halliburton Services (Halliburton), fell from a moving truck, injuring his back and his right knee. Britton received medical benefits and temporary total disability benefits until March 14, 1991. Just before obtaining his medical release to return to work, Britton fell down a flight of…