Injured Police Officer Gets Coverage for Medical Marijuana

A New York appellate court ruled that a police officer was entitled to coverage for medical marijuana to treat chronic pain. Case: Matter of Quigley v. Village of East Aurora, No. 530353, 02/25/2021, published. Facts and procedural history: Daniel Quigley worked for the Village of East Aurora as a police officer. He established two workers’ compensation claims — one involving a concussion and injuries to his right wrist and elbow from 2004, and one involving a low back injury in 1998. Following years of physical therapy, surgeries and various prescription pain medications, ...