Worker Fired for Failing Drug Test Remains Eligible for TTD

An Ohio appellate court ruled that a worker did not lose his eligibility for temporary total disability benefits even though he was fired after failing a drug test. Case: State ex rel. Stallion Oilfield Construction v. Industrial Commission, 08/08/2019, published. Facts and procedural history: Roger W. Hutchinson worked for Stallion Oilfield Construction. When he was hired, he signed a form acknowledging Stallion's drug and alcohol policy, which stated that a worker would be subject to termination for failing a test. Hutchinson injured his back at work in March 2017. He r...