Tree Trimmer Gets Benefits for Injuries From Car Accident

A New York appellate court ruled that a tree trimmer is entitled to workers’ compensation benefits for his injuries from a car accident that occurred as he was on his way to pick up a bucket truck from his employer’s parking lot. Case: Matter of Wright v. Nelson Tree Service, No. 529723, 04/16/2020, published. Facts: Christopher Wright worked for Nelson Tree Service. He was a resident of St. Lawrence County but worked in and around Dutchess County clearing brush and trimming trees along power lines. Due to the travel distance involved, Wright was afforded the option of stay...