Worker Gets Benefits for Injuries From Fall During Unscheduled Break

The Arkansas Court of Appeals upheld an award of benefits to a hospital worker for her injuries from a fall while taking a personal phone call during an unscheduled break. Case: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences v. Hines, No. CV-19-487, 12/04/2019, published. Facts: Patricia Hines worked for the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. Her normal shift was from 2 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. She was required to clock in at the beginning of her shift and clock out when it was over. According to Hines, each day she was entitled to two unscheduled 15-minute breaks and a 30-minute lunch bre...