Worker Timely Files Claim for TTD

The Virginia Court of Appeals ruled that a worker’s claim for temporary total disability benefits based on a change in condition was timely filed within 24 months from the last date compensation was paid to her. Case: Walker v. Virginia Department of Corrections, No. 1265-22-2, 01/16/2024, published. Facts and procedural history: Lucinda Walker worked for the Virginia Department of Corrections. She injured her ankle on June 24, 2019. The department agreed to pay for medical benefits related to Walker's injury, so the parties executed an award agreement. In August 2019, the Workers...