Supreme Court Denies Additional Treatment to Worker Who Never Expanded Scope of Claim

The West Virginia Supreme Court unanimously upheld a denial of additional treatment for a worker whose compensable conditions were limited to lumbar and cervical sprains/strains. Case: Miller v. Dynamic Energy Inc., No. 21-0206, 09/19/2022, published. Facts and procedural history: Roy Miller worked for Dynamic Energy Inc. He injured his cervical spine in 2016 when he was jarred while operating heavy machinery. A computed tomography scan showed no fracture or subluxation. Miller was diagnosed with cervical strain. He sought treatment from Dr. Syed Zahir, whose notes indicate Miller was ...