Justices: Reverse ALJ That Didn't Address All Claims

The Kentucky Supreme Court ruled that a board can and should reverse an administrative law judge that does not address issues concerning disability addressed by the plaintiff. In Sidney Coal Co. Inc. v. Huffman, 2006-SC-000849-WC , 09/20/2007, the Supreme Court of Kentucky ruled that the judge acknowledged a finger injury, but no impairment. "Thus, the ALJ erred by failing to analyze the evidence and make additional findings of fact and conclusions of law concerning impairment, TTD, and medical expenses for the finger injury. Because such a remand permits the entry of a different award...