Court Tosses 'Fine' on Carrier for Delaying Treatment to Worker

A Florida appellate court revisited a dispute over a carrier’s failure to provide orthopedic treatment to a worker and overturned a “fine” that had been imposed on it for delaying care. Case: Zurich American Insurance Co. v. Samson, No. 2D19-4789, 01/12/2022, published. Facts and procedural history: In October 2018, Desiree Samson injured his neck and shoulder when he fell into a trench while working in construction. Samson filed a petition for workers' compensation benefits in June 2019. In July 2019, the Zurich American Insurance Co. arranged for orthopedic treatment...