Georgia-Pacific Corp. v. Warren

Employér seeks review of an order of the Workers’ Compensation Board affirming the referee’s decision that claimant’s carpal tunnel syndrome is compensable.

The Board’s opinion explains the issue in this case:

“The record contains relevant medical opinions from treating orthopedic surgeon Schachner and Dr. Nathan, hand surgeon. The opinions of both medical experts support the following findings and conclusions. First, claimant experienced no difficulties with her hands or wrists before she began working for the employer. Second, claimant’s work with the employer was the major contributing cause…