Statute Allowing for Termination of Doctor's Relationship With Worker Isn't Retroactive

In a case of first impression, the Colorado Court of Appeals ruled that a newly enacted statute that provides for the automatic termination of a doctor’s status as an authorized treating physician does not apply retroactively. Case: Berthold v. Industrial Claim Appeals Office, No. 17CA0294, 11/16/2017, published. Facts: Judy Berthold was a property damage adjuster for Eberl's Claim Service. She suffered injuries in June 2014 when she fell from a roof she was inspecting. After the accident, Berthold received medical care from Dr. Anjmun Sharma. She later received permission to begi...