No Benefits to Worker for Face-First Fall Into Pole

The Delaware Superior Court upheld a denial of benefits to a worker for his injuries from slamming face-first into a pole while running at work, in violation of his employer's safety rules. Case: Pierre v. Perdue Farms, No. K20A-11-001 NEP, 08/12/2021, published. Facts:  Vauguel Pierre began working for Perdue Farms in 2010. He attended monthly safety meetings and was advised of Perdue's rules, which included no running in the plant. In 2012, Pierre was disciplined for running at work. In May 2019, Pierre sustained injuries to his face from colliding with a metal pole at t...