Legal Opinion
State Industrial Insurance System v. Bokelman
Nevada Supreme Court
Decided October 1, 1997No. 28755PublishedCited by 11 opinions
1Opinion of the Court
OPINION
2Per curiam
FACTS
William Bokelman sustained severe head injuries in 1970 following an altercation unrelated to his employment as a firefighter with the city of Reno. Unfortunately, residual dysphasia and impaired memory forced him to leave that position. For years thereafter, he was employed with the city of Reno Streets and Parks Department.
Between 1970 and 1989, Bokelman experienced no difficulty performing his job duties. However, on September 5, 1989, he twisted his back at work while lifting trash. After attempts at conservative treatment failed, Bokelman underwent back surgery on December…
3Cases cited9 opinions
- Oster v. Wetzel Printing, Inc.Supreme Court of Louisiana · 1980
- Maxwell v. State Industrial Insurance SystemNevada Supreme Court · 1993
- Breen v. Caesars PalaceNevada Supreme Court · 1986
- ESCAMBIA CTY. COUNCIL v. GoldsmithDistrict Court of Appeal of Florida · 1986
- Nevada Industrial Commission v. HildebrandNevada Supreme Court · 1984
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