Plymouth Citrus Products v. Jackson

The employer/carrier (E/C) appeals a compensation order finding that claimant’s injury to her left knee was causally related to an industrial accident and that penalties should be awarded for late payment of benefits. We AFFIRM in part, REVERSE in part, and REMAND with directions.

Claimant fell on January 17,1980, and suffered an injury for which she received temporary total disability benefits through March 8, 1980. She was seen by numerous doctors, but continued to complain of pain, an inability to work, and ineffective medical treatment. On February 2, 1981, the claimant formally requested,…