Turner v. Haynie

David Newbern, Judge.

The appellants contend there is no substantial evidence in the record to support the workers’ compensation commission’s determination that the appellee is totally disabled. The appellee sustained a scheduled injury when his arm was mutilated, in the course of his employment, resulting in amputation between the wrist and elbow. The commission determined the physical injury, coupled with its aggravation of the preexisting mental condition of the appellee, caused him to be totally disabled. We agree and, therefore, affirm the commission’s decision.

It is clear from the record…