Supreme Court Says Worker's Failure to Serve DOL Results in Loss of Appeal

The South Dakota Supreme Court ruled that an injured worker’s failure to serve a notice of appeal on the Department of Labor was fatal to his ability to challenge an administrative law judge’s denial of his workers’ compensation claim. Case: Hussein v. Showplace Wood Products Inc., No. 30000-a-PJD, 03/01/2023, published. Facts: Abdirahman Hussein worked for Showplace Wood Products. He suffered injuries in September 2018 when a chemical solvent came into contact with his eyes while he was cleaning hoses for a pressurized sprayer. Showplace had workers’ compensation co...