Judge Applies Wrong Standard of Review to Reverse Board Decision

The Georgia Court of Appeals ruled that a trial judge applied the wrong standard of review in reversing a decision by the State Board of Workers’ Compensation Appellate Division. Case: Discount Fiberglass Pools Inc. v. Smith, No. A26A1299, 10/27/2026, published. Facts: Chuck Smith Jr. worked for Discount Fiberglass Pools. In September 2023, Smith was pushed to the ground during a physical altercation with the business owner’s son. Smith allegedly sustained injuries to his upper buttocks/back area as a result of this fall. He received medical treatment for his injury and continu...