Substantial Evidence Doesn't Support Denial of Worker's Request for Additional Benefits

The Delaware Superior Court overturned the denial of a worker’s request for additional benefits for her total knee replacement surgery, finding the Industrial Accident Board’s decision was not supported by substantial evidence. Case: Cline v. The Nemours Foundation, No. N22A-11-003 FWW, 10/11/2023, published. Facts: Michelle A. Cline worked for The Nemours Foundation. She injured her right knee at work in March 2021 when she was kicked by a pediatric patient. Two months later, Dr. James Rubano performed a total knee replacement surgery to treat her injury. Rubano reported that ...