WCAB: Worker Fails to Prove Mental Injury Arising From Routine Meeting

The Tennessee Workers' Compensation Appeals Board affirmed a decision finding that a worker failed to prove that her alleged mental health injuries were primarily caused by an event leading to what a reasonable person would consider a sudden or unusual mental stimulus. Case: Jolicia S. Rhodes v. Allstate Insurance Co. et al., 2025-60-3095, 08/27/2026, published. Facts: Jolicia S. Rhodes was a claims representative in the total loss division of Allstate Insurance Co. when her workload increased in 2022. She requested a modified workload and schedule flexibility as an accommodation for pr...