Court Upholds Penalties, Sanctions Against Carrier

A Louisiana appellate court ruled that an injured worker was entitled to receive a walk-in bathtub as well as an award of attorney fees and penalties based on the carrier’s refusal to authorize the purchase. Case: McCain v. Motel 6, No. 19-653, 03/04/2020, published. Facts and procedural history: Cheryl McCain worked for Motel 6. While she was at work in January 2013, a large dog bit her on the knee. The bite developed into complex regional pain syndrome for which she was treated by Dr. Fayez Shamieh. McCain informed Shamieh that she couldn't stand in the shower&nbs...