Supreme Court Upholds Denial of Worker's Request to Expand Claim

The West Virginia Supreme Court upheld the denial of additional treatment and benefits for an equipment operator’s neck and back injuries. Case: Gilfilen v. Blackhawk Mining, No. 22-0241, 01/25/2024, published. Facts: Brandon Gilfilen worked for Blackhawk Mining as an equipment operator. He injured his neck and back at work when he was jarred while operating a piece of equipment. Gilfilen filed a workers’ compensation claim, which was held compensable for lumbar and cervical sprains/strains. Dr. Letitia Tierney treated Gilfilen and referred him for a neurosurgical consultation ...