Opinion ID: 1349527
Heading Depth: 3
Heading Rank: 1

Heading: The Causal Connection

Text: The claimant presented uncontroverted evidence that his heart attack was linked to the work-related stress and anxiety he suffered because of difficulties with Ms. C. and Dr. K. The employer does not dispute this causal connection in its brief. [13] The claimant presented two medical reports, which were admitted without challenge. Dr. E.'s report indicated that the claimant's heart attack resulted from interpersonal relationships at work which caused him to suffer from stress, anxiety and insomnia. The report by Dr. C. states that sudden severe emotional stress can precipitate acute myocardial infarction. Dr. C's supplemental report advises, it is quite likely that it [claimant's heart attack] is related to the stress from his employment. [Emphasis added.] Since there is no competent evidence to the contrary, the causal connection requirement stands satisfied.