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The employee, Michael Boyd, alleged a work-related back injury and a vascular leg injury from a fall. He received authorized treatment for his back but sought independent treatment for the vascular condition. The trial court deemed both injuries compensable, ordering continuing care for the vascular issue and payment for related medical expenses, while denying a request for a second panel of physicians for the back injury. On appeal by the employer, Revel Logging, LLC, the Appeals Board affirmed the denial of additional back injury benefits. However, it reversed the trial court's determination that the vascular injury was compensable and that the employer was liable for associated medical bills, remanding the case for further proceedings.
Boyd, Michael v. Revel Logging, LLC. is a workers' compensation case decided in Tennessee Workers' Compensation Appeals Board. This case addresses legal issues related to compensation claims, benefits, and court rulings.
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The employee, Michael Boyd, alleged a work-related back injury and a vascular leg injury from a fall. He received authorized treatment for his back but sought independent treatment for the vascular condition. The trial court deemed both injuries compensable, ordering continuing care for the vascular issue and payment for related medical expenses, while denying a request for a second panel of physicians for the back injury. On appeal by the employer, Revel Logging, LLC, the Appeals Board affirmed the denial of additional back injury benefits. However, it reversed the trial court's determination that the vascular injury was compensable and that the employer was liable for associated medical bills, remanding the case for further proceedings.
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