Assembly Line Worker Gets Benefits Plus Multiplier for RT Injury

The Kentucky Court of Appeals upheld an award of benefits to an injured assembly line worker, plus medical benefits and a three-multiplier. Case: General Motors LLC v. Smith, No. 2024-CA-0367-WC, 07/12/2024, published. Facts: Giovanni Smith worked for General Motors LLC. In February 2021, Smith began having pain in his right hand and wrist. Smith reported his symptoms to GM in March 2021 and was pulled off the assembly line in August. Smith worked in an alternative position up until March 2022. Smith began seeing Dr. Keith Morrison in September 2021. He complained of right-hand pain, stiffn...