Bay Cadillac, Inc. v. Ingram

The claimant, a skilled mechanic, suffered compensable accidents in 1976 and 1977. As a result of the latter accident he was initially treated by Dr. Vega for cervical strain and, in light of continued complaints, referred to Dr. Gipson who prescribed the drug Fiorinal. In November of 1977 the claimant returned to Dr. Vega who, on November 22, advised him to return to full-time employment. He was discharged on November 25, with the notation that he had suffered no permanent injury. In March of 1978 he went to Dr. Wilson for an orthopedic evaluation. It was determined that electromyographic…