Travelers Insurance v. Armstrong

In this workers’ compensation appeal, the Employer/Carrier (E/C) argues that the Judge of Compensation Claims (JCC) erred in disregarding the expert medical advisor’s (EMA’s) opinion because the JCC failed to articulate clear and convincing reasons in support of his rejection of the opinion. The E/C also argues that the JCC erred in determining that Carol Armstrong (Claimant) was entitled to attorney’s fees and costs. For the following reasons, we reverse both issues.

When the JCC rejects the opinion of an EMA, this Court reviews the record for competent, substantial evidence to support the…