Heart attack 9 days after accident is compensable

Tuesday, October 2nd, 2012 Workers' Compensation

A worker was injured when a coworker hit a large crate with a forklift. The crate slid across the floor and pinned the worker between it and a printing press. He immediately sought medical attention for chest and back injuries. He continued to have pain in his chest that fluctuated in severity. Nine days later, he sought medical attention. His blood pressure was low and a CT scan revealed that he recently suffered a heart attack. He sought benefits. The Kansas Court of Appeals held that he was entitled to benefits for his heart attack.


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