Dravo Lime Co., Inc. v. Eakins

OPINION OF THE COURT

Relying on testimony from a witness who was not a practicing physician regarding the chemical properties of calcium oxide and its effects on the human body, an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) determined that the claimant’s exposure to the substance caused his pulmonary fibrosis and impairment. Furthermore, the ALJ refused to credit employer-funded disability benefits against the claimant’s award. The Workers’ Compensation Board (Board) affirmed on both issues. The Court of Appeals affirmed the finding of causation but reversed and remanded on the question of a credit,…