Retail Worker With History of Back Issues Fails to Prove Compensable Injury

The Virginia Court of Appeals upheld a determination that a Wal-Mart worker with a history of back problems had not established a compensable injury from stocking shelves. Case: Davis v. Wal-Mart Associates Inc., No. 0503-23-3, 04/02/2024, published. Facts: Jeremie Davis began working for Wal-Mart Associates Inc. in 2021. At the time, he already had a long history of back problems and had undergone three back surgeries by Dr. Joseph Orchowski. On May 5, 2022, Davis reported a sharp pain in his lower back while he was stocking shelves at work. He went to the hospital and underwent X-rays. Th...