Davis v. Department of Labor & Industries

Cruz Gongora and David Davis appeal summary judgments affirming the method used by the Department of Labor and Industries (Department) in calculating third party distributions under RCW 51.24.060(1). *362In the Department's appeal Luther Jenkins seeks affirmation of the trial court's summary judgment. The sole issue on appeal is the Department’s calculation of the distribution of third party recoveries and the remaining balance which is to be offset prior to the payment of future benefits.

Facts

Gongora, Jenkins and Davis suffered separate work-related injuries caused by third parties. They pursued…