High Court Upholds Worker's Award for Noise-Induced Hearing Loss

The West Virginia Supreme Court upheld an award of benefits for a worker with noise-induced hearing loss. Case: ACNR Resources Inc. v. Miller, No. 25-662, 02/13/2026, published. Facts: Ronald Miller worked for the West Virginia Department of Highways from 1990 to 2010. He was exposed to occupational noise from heavy equipment and jackhammering during this time. After Miller left this job, he underwent an audiogram by Katherine Cain, whose qualifications were not indicated on the audiogram form. Miller worked for ACNR Resources Inc. from 2012 through 2015. During this time, Miller was expos...