Missed Deadlines, Lack of Discovery Wreck Worker's Request for Hearing

The Arizona Court of Appeals ruled that a worker’s request for hearing was properly dismissed, given her failure to adhere to deadlines and failure to participate in discovery and a prehearing conference. Case: Vargas v. ICAO, No. 1 CA-IC 23-0034, 07/30/2024, unpublished. Facts: Sylvia Vargas worked for Bodega Latina Corp. She injured her back and her knee at work in July 2019. Bodega’s insurance carrier accepted liability for her injuries. Vargas received benefits and treatment until she was medically discharged in October 2019. The carrier then closed her claim without permane...