Mark Gray v. Tyson Foods, Inc.

Mark Gray (“Employee”) reported injuries after falling from a ladder while working for Tyson Foods, Inc. (“Employer”). The claim was accepted as compensable, and the parties entered into a settlement agreement providing permanent partial disability benefits. After the initial compensation period ended, Employee filed a petition for increased benefits. Following a hearing, the Court of Workers’ Compensation Claims (“trial court”) denied the request for increased benefits. The Workers’ Compensation Appeals Board (“Appeals Board”) affirmed.  Employee has appealed, and the appeal has been referred to the Special Workers’ Compensation Appeals Panel pursuant to Tennessee Supreme Court Rule 51. We affirm the judgment of the Appeals Board and adopt its opinion as set forth in the attached Appendix.