R.J. Corman Railroad Construction v. Haddix

OPINION OF THE COURT

Claimant was injured while taking out a railroad crossing when he was struck from behind by a tamping machine. In his Form 101 application for adjustment of claim he indicated injuries to his right ribs, right side of face, L3-L4 back injury, and concussion. Through medical testimony it was suggested that claimant may also have developed a psychological problem as the result of the accident.

In an opinion rendered March 29,1991, the Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) awarded temporary total disability benefits and medical benefits but dismissed the claim for permanent…