Malone v. ConAgra Poultry, Inc.

This is a workmen's compensation case.

Bobbie Malone brought this action against ConAgra Poultry, Inc. after developing carpal tunnel syndrome allegedly in the course of her work cutting chicken breasts on an assembly line. She requested temporary total and permanent partial disability benefits and medical expenses.

After an ore tenus proceeding, the trial court determined that her injury did not arise out of her employment and ruled in favor of ConAgra. This appeal ensued.

Our review of this case is a two-step process. Initially, we must look to see if there is any legal evidence to support the…