State Industrial Insurance System v. Hicks

*568OPINION

The State Industrial Insurance System (SIIS) appeals from an order of the district court reversing an administrative decision on an industrial insurance claim.

On April 13, 1980, Charles Hicks sustained a compensable injury to his back while working in the course and scope of his employment. During the course of his treatment, Hicks complained of “pins and needles” pain, and was diagnosed as having possible “disc involvement.” On March 5, 1981, Hicks received a six percent permanent partial disability rating from SIIS and his case was closed.

On May 20, 1981, Hicks submitted a written…