Worker's Refusal to Participate in Voc Rehab Doesn't Preclude PTD Benefits

An Ohio appellate court ruled that a worker’s refusal to participate in vocational rehabilitation does not preclude a finding that he is permanently totally disabled. Case: State ex rel. Heinen’s Inc. v. Industrial Commission, No. 18AP-635, 11/14/2019, published. Facts: Harry Strachan sustained work-related injuries to his hands and shoulder at the Heinen's grocery store where he had been working part-time to supplement his Social Security disability income. After Strachan reached maximum medical improvement, he was referred for vocational rehabilitation. A vocational specia...