Worker Didn't Misrepresent Employment by Failing to Disclose Help for Wife

A New York appellate court ruled that a worker’s failure to disclose his intermittent and uncompensated assistance to his wife at craft shows did not constitute an intentional misrepresentation of his work activities. Ronald Winkelman worked for Sumitomo Rubber USA for 34 years. He suffered injuries to his back and neck as a passenger in a June 2000 car accident. Winkelman received medical treatment but continued to work. In May 2018, Winkleman tripped and fell while at work, twisting his back. He continued to work but had lingering pain. In December 2018, Winkleman began tr...