Matter of Morgan v. Kinray, Inc.
Claimant Dexter Morgan, a warehouse associate, sought workers' compensation benefits for an occupational disease to multiple body parts, alleging injuries from repetitive work tasks. A Workers' Compensation Law Judge initially credited treating physicians' opinions and established the claim, but the Workers' Compensation Board reversed this decision, disallowing the claim. The Board found insufficient credible medical evidence to establish a causal link between Morgan's conditions and his employment, particularly noting the treating providers' limited understanding of his specific job duties. The Appellate Division, Third Department, affirmed the Board's determination, concluding that the Board's decision, which included its discretion to resolve conflicting medical opinions and assess the sufficiency of evidence, was supported by substantial evidence.