City of Fort Smith v. Brooks

Elizabeth W. Danielson, Judge.

The City of Fort Smith . appeals from a decision of the Workers’ Compensation Commission finding that appellee Robert Brooks was entitled to benefits for his psychological condition. Appellant contends on appeal that the Commission’s decision is not supported by substantial evidence and that in the alternative, if the claim is compensable, appellee is not entitled to benefits prior to September 20, 1990. We affirm.

Appellee was employed with the Fort Smith Police Department for sixteen years. During this time, he worked in patrol duty, criminal investigation, and…