Worker Gets Benefits, but No Penalty for Employer's Denial of Claim

The Iowa Court of Appeals upheld an award of benefits to a worker stemming from an injury to her foot, but her employer’s denial of her claim did not warrant penalties. Case: Presbyterian Homes and Services Inc. v.  Buchanan, No. 19-0010, 01/09/2020, published. Facts: Mary Buchanan worked for Presbyterian Homes and Services Inc. as a certified nursing assistant. She allegedly began experiencing pain in her left ankle while transporting patients at work in February 2014. She did not immediately report an injury to her employer, in hopes that the pain would go away on its own. Buc...