High Court Upholds Denial for Worker's Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

The West Virginia Supreme Court upheld the denial of benefits for a worker’s carpal tunnel syndrome because the onset of his condition and his diagnosis predated his date of hire with his most recent employer. Case: Lester v. Justice Family Group LLC, No. 22-0359, 01/25/2024, published. Facts: Clinton Lester Jr. worked for Justice Family Group LLC. His duties included operating jackhammers, drills and vibrating tools; using torque wrenches and hammers; roof bolting; driving shuttle cars; setting timbers and supports; and hanging and replacing ventilation systems. Before his ...