Cormier v. Sam Broussard Trucking Co.

AMY, Judge.

The claimant alleged a work-related injury with a subsequent aggravation approximately one week later. The employer turned the claim over to its workers’ compensation provider, who then denied the claim. The claimant then filed suit and received a judgment for medical and indemnity benefits, attorney fees, and penalties. The employer appeals. For the following reasons, we affirm.

Factual and Procedural Background

The claimant, Steve Cormier, alleges that he was involved in a work-related accident on July 27, 2000, and that a subsequent aggravation of the injury occurred August 3,…