Vyajkora v. Farm Stores

The order of the Judge of Industrial Claims denied the claimant worker’s compensation benefits, including medical benefits. We affirm except for the denial of medical benefits.

The claimant testified that while employed by Farm Stores, his eyes and nose began to burn and itch within minutes after wiping a gasoline meter with his finger and then rubbing his finger against his nose. The claimant was told to see a doctor of his choice, but he was never reimbursed for the visits or for medication. Subsequently, the employer and carrier contested all claims against them contending that the injuries…