Because of the injury to his ankle, our client developed back pain that required additional medical attention. His physician acknowledged that changes in his mobility and activity levels could have contributed to his symptoms.
The insurer disputed responsibility for his back problems, complicating efforts to include those symptoms in the workers’ compensation claim.
Our client also had a hard time getting approval for recommended physical therapy and medical equipment, including a cane and custom ankle brace. Meanwhile, the insurance company sought to terminate his temporary total disability benefits, even though his treating physician had not cleared him to return to work.
Our client faced financial uncertainty after losing access to his employer’s benefits when the company terminated him without notice.
