Worker Who Lied About Employment Loses Entitlement to Benefits

A New York appellate court upheld a worker’s forfeiture of benefits and permanent disqualification from receiving future benefits for concealing his employment as a constable in Pennsylvania. Case: Matter of Rodriguez v. American Bridge Co., No. 535055, 02/16/2023, published. Facts: Manuel Rodriguez worked for American Bridge Co. as a truck driver. He established a claim for workers’ compensation benefits for injuries to his neck, hip and shoulder. His claim was later expanded to include depression and a pain disorder. Rodriguez testified at three hearings between...