Futch v. Bailey

In this workers’ compensation case, the magnitude of the work-related accident and the extent of the plaintiffs injury were significantly disputed. Although the plaintiff was initially disabled from work, he returned after a few weeks and worked for another two months before being laid off by his employer due to business conditions. After consideration of the accident and medical testimony, the workers’ compensation judge determined that no job-related disability resulted and dismissed plaintiffs claim. Finding no manifest error in this ruling, we affirm.

Facts

James R. Futch (“Futch”) is a…