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Adams, Byron v. Savage Construction Co.

TENNWORKCOMPCLFebruary 17, 2017No. 2016-08-1001
Plaintiff WinSavage Construction Co.
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Case Details

Judge(s)
Allen Phillips
Status — whether other courts must follow this ruling
Published
Procedural Posture — the stage the case had reached
expedited hearing

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Outcome

Employee Byron Adams prevailed in expedited workers' compensation hearing, establishing sufficient evidence that his August 3, 2016 work injury to his right foot arose out of employment and contributed more than 50% to his need for medical treatment. Court awarded medical and temporary disability benefits despite employer's challenge based on conflicting medical opinions.

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