Ammons v. Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co.

STEPHENS, Judge.

Factual and Procedural Background

In July 2005, while employed by Defendant Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company (“Goodyear”), Plaintiff Stoney W. Ammons (“Ammons”) sustained an injury “to his spine and left upper extremity.” Goodyear admitted the compensability of this injury, and “provided all medical treatment recommended by [Ammons’] treating physicians[.]” Subsequently, Ammons alleged that he suffered occupational injuries to his right shoulder and right hand in January 2006 and February 2008, respectively. Goodyear denied Ammons’ right to compensation for both of these claims.

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