Worker Gets Nonschedule Classification for Burn Injuries

A New York appellate court ruled that a worker who suffered severe burns was amenable to a nonschedule classification for his injuries. Case: Matter of Mayewski v. Superior Plus Energy Services, No. 531803, 03/11/2021, published. Facts and procedural history: David Mayewski worked for Superior Plus Energy Services. He suffered injuries in 2013 when sparks from the tool he was using ignited flammable liquid or vapors, causing second- and third-degree burns to his right arm, right leg and abdomen. The burns covered approximately 12.5% of Mayewski’s body and required several skin grafts....