Millner v. Cablevision
Claimant, a freelance news reporter, suffered injuries in a motor vehicle accident on November 15, 1996, leading to a workers\' compensation claim and initial reduced earnings benefits from December 23, 1996. The Workers’ Compensation Board subsequently rescinded these awards for any period after February 1, 2000, determining that the reduction in claimant\'s work hours was not causally linked to her disability. Claimant appealed this decision, arguing for continued benefits. The Appellate Division, Third Department, affirmed the Board\'s ruling, citing substantial evidence that the claimant\'s reduced work schedule stemmed from economic conditions in the job market rather than her disability, despite medical advice regarding work limitations. The court found no reason to disturb the Board\'s factual findings.