Tribunal finds significant relationship between lateral epicondylitis and computer use - Employment and HR
Mansfield and Comcare [2020] AATA 3917. Key Points: Ms Mansfield claimed compensation for an injury to her right arm (right lateral epicondylitis), as a result of using a computer mouse. The Tribunal was asked to decide whether Ms Mansfield's injury was contributed to, to a significant degree, by her employment. The Tribunal found in favour of Ms Mansfield and Comcare was found liable to pay compensation. Background: Ms Mansfield was employed by the Department of Human Services in Hobart. On 7 May 2018, Ms Mansfield submitted a claim for workers' compensation in respect of right lateral epico...
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