Kathleen Evans v. Shaw Industries Group, Inc.,

Case Number
M2009-02588-SC-WCM-WC

Pursuant to Tennessee Supreme Court Rule 51, this workers’ compensation appeal has been referred to the Special Workers’ Compensation Appeals Panel for a hearing and a report of findings of fact and conclusions of law. Kathleen Evans (“Employee”) alleged that she sustained an injury to her knee while at work. Her employer, Shaw Industries, (“Employer”) denied the claim, contending that the injury could not have happened in the manner described by Employee. The trial court held that Employee had a compensable injury and awarded permanent partial disability (“PPD”) benefits. Employer has appealed. We affirm the judgment.

Authoring Judge
Special Judge Jerri S. Bryant
Originating Judge
Chancellor Jeffrey F. Stewart
Case Name
Kathleen Evans v. Shaw Industries Group, Inc.,
Date Filed
Dissent or Concur
No
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