May 12, 2025 | MedLegalNews.com — Knee Injury Claim: A California appellate court has upheld the denial of a workers’ compensation claim filed by a health care worker who alleged a job-related knee injury. The court agreed with the Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board (WCAB) that substantial evidence did not support the claim.
The case involved a certified nursing assistant who said she injured her knee while transferring a patient. However, the employer disputed the injury’s work-related cause, and medical evaluations raised doubts about whether her condition stemmed from the alleged incident.
After reviewing testimony and medical records, the WCAB ruled against the worker. The court affirmed the decision, stating that the record lacked persuasive evidence of a compensable injury under California workers’ compensation law.
Legal experts say the ruling reinforces the importance of detailed medical documentation and consistent reporting in workplace injury cases. The decision highlights the burden of proof workers must meet when employers contest claims.
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