Injured Police Officer Waits Too Long to Request Additional Medical Care

The Arkansas Court of Appeals upheld a determination that an injured police officer’s claim for additional medical treatment was time-barred. Case: Slaughter v. City of Fayetteville, No. CV-21-104, 03/30/2022, published. Facts: Darrell Slaughter worked for the City of Fayetteville as a police officer. Slaughter was on patrol on March 10, 2004, when the motorcycle he was riding was struck by a vehicle. He suffered an impact injury to his mid-back, a whiplash injury to his neck and various abrasions. The city accepted liability for Slaughter’s injuries, specifically includin...