WCAB Errs in Finding Police Officer Should Have Pursued Psych Claim in Earlier Litigation

The Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania overturned a determination of the Workers’ Compensation Appeal Board that found a police officer should have pursued his claim for a psychological injury in earlier litigation. Case: Lewis v. City of Philadelphia (WCAB), No. 362 C.D. 2024, 08/11/2025, published. Facts and procedural history: Michael Lewis Sr. worked as a police officer for the City of Philadelphia. He suffered multiple injuries in 2017 while arresting a burglary suspect. The city issued a notice of compensation payable for Lewis’ injuries. Lewis then elected to tr...