No PTD Benefits for Seasonal Employee

The Missouri Court of Appeals ruled that a seasonal employee for a campground and river outfitter who worked nine-hour days, seven days a week, was not entitled to permanent total disability benefits from the Second Injury Fund. James Chambers dropped out of high school and began working as a laborer. He later became a commercial truck and bus driver. During this time, he had two surgeries on his spine and ongoing back pain for which he was prescribed medication. In January 2008, Chambers was released without restrictions but with a recommendation that he pursue sedentary work rath...