Hoffart v. FLEMING COMPANIES, INC.

Sievers, Judge.

Ray Hoffart appeals an award from the Workers’ Compensation Court, arguing that the court erred in awarding a partial permanent impairment rating for his frostbitten foot without considering the effect of cold on his foot. Hoffart also appeals the denial of his request for reimbursement of relocation expenses he incurred in moving to a state with a warmer climate, a permanent move he made upon his doctor’s recommendation.

BACKGROUND

In 1997, Hoffart was employed by Fleming Companies, Inc. (Fleming), as a grocery selector in the dry goods department in Fleming’s warehouse in…