Worker Struck by Forklift Gets Additional PPD Award

The West Virginia Intermediate Court of Appeals upheld a finding that a worker was entitled to an additional permanent partial disability award. Case: Zavala v. Concrete Pipe & Precast Martinsburg, No. 24-ICA-92, 09/04/2024, unpublished. Facts: Juan Zavala worked for Concrete Pipe & Precast Martinsburg. He was struck by a forklift at work in March 2020 and reported injuries to his knees. After about a year, Zavala was released to return to work. He continued to complain of pain, difficulty standing for prolonged periods, and leg cramps. Dr. Bruce Guberman examined Zavala in De...