Brossett v. State ex rel. Department of Transportation & Development

LABORDE, Judge.

Plaintiff employee was awarded benefits and attorney fees in his workers’ compensation action against defendant employer. Defendant appeals, contending that the trial judge erred by awarding benefits. Defendant further contends that, even if it owes compensation benefits, it is not liable for attorney fees. Plaintiff requests an increase in attorney fees. We affirm the compensation award, reverse the attorney fees award, and render judgment in this ease.

Plaintiff Douglas Brossett is an employee of defendant Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD).…