University of Arizona v. Industrial Commission

OPINION

HATHAWAY, Judge.

In this special action, we are called upon to review an award made by the Industrial Commission of temporary disability and medical benefits to respondent employee.

Petitioner, State Compensation Fund, issued a notice of claim status on August 6, 1987, which stated that the effects of a December 9, 1983, work injury were stationary as of July 31,1987, with permanent impairment. A hearing was held at employee Figueroa’s request. The only medical testimony was by her treating physician, who stated that Figueroa’s medical status was stationary in October 1986.

The…