Court Tosses Finding of Compensability for Correctional Officer's Cardiac Condition

A Florida appellate court overturned a finding of compensability for a correctional officer’s cardiac condition, explaining that additional proceedings are needed to determine whether the evidence could overcome a statutory presumption. Case: City of Jacksonville v. O’Neal, No. 1D19-597, 04/23/2020, published. Facts: Adrian O'Neal worked for the City of Jacksonville as a corrections officer. When he was 29, he began experiencing heart problems. At the time, he was training to participate in track and flag football competitions. O’Neal was diagnosed with atrial tac...