WCJ Errs in Finding Worker Made Initial Selection of Treatment Provider

The New Mexico Court of Appeals overturned the denial of a worker’s claim for benefits for a knee injury, finding the judge erred in determining that the worker had selected the initial treatment provider. Case: Chavez v. Prull Custom Builders, No. A-1-CA-42494, 06/29/2026, published. Facts: Victoria Chavez worked for Prull Custom Builders. She injured her left knee when she slipped and fell in Prull’s parking lot in February 2022. Chavez was treated at a Concentra urgent care center and released to work with restrictions. A few days later, she received referrals for ...