New Expert Opinion Doesn't Warrant Reopening or Review of Worker's Claim

A New York appellate court ruled that the Workers’ Compensation Board did not abuse its discretion in denying a worker’s request for reconsideration or review after he submitted a new expert opinion linking his medical issues to his work at the World Trade Center. Case: Matter of Mascali v. Town/Village of Harrison, No. 533036, 03/17/2022, published. Facts and procedural history: Charles Mascali worked as a police officer. He filed a claim for workers' compensation benefits alleging that he was injured by inhaling dust and toxins on Sept. 11, 2001, at the World Trade Center s...