A judge of compensation claims' award of permanent total disability benefits for a claimant's psychiatric condition was not supported by competent or substantial evidence, according to a decision from the 1st District Court of Appeal. Case: Florida Transport 1982, Inc., et al. v. Carlos Quintana, No. 1D08-3213, 2/9/09, published.Facts:Carlos Quintana was working for Florida Transport 1982 when he suffered a compensable chemical burn to his left foot. After receiving treatment for this injury, he reached maximum medical improvement (MMI) and received 104 weeks of temporary benefits. Qui...
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