Split Supreme Court Denies Benefits for Man Whose Legs 'Gave Out'

A divided West Virginia Supreme Court ruled that a worker who allegedly suffered injuries when his legs gave out failed to prove his injuries were the result of his work. Case: Miller v. Mine Battery Service Inc., No. 19-1060, 01/20/2021, published. Facts: Christopher Miller worked for Mine Battery Service Inc. He allegedly suffered injuries at work on Aug. 4, 2018, when his legs gave out while he was sweeping. Miller claimed he strained his neck and back when he fell. He sought treatment at the Raleigh General Hospital emergency room 11 days later, on Aug. 15. On Aug. 16, Miller went...