Judge Errs in Declining to Consider Expert's Opinion on Aggravation

An Ohio appellate court ruled that a trial judge erred in declining to consider a medical expert’s opinions on whether a car accident had aggravated a worker’s preexisting medical conditions. Case: Siegel v. Morrison, No. 20CA000017, 08/03/2021, published. Facts and procedural history: Richard W. Siegel worked for Ohio Valley Automotive Supply LLC. In June 2012, he suffered injuries in a work-related car accident. The day after the accident, Siegel underwent an X-ray of his cervical spine. The Bureau of Workers’ Compensation accepted his claim for a neck sprain. In Novemb...