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Does workers’ comp cover on-the-job injury caused by spider nightmare?

A firefighter fell out of bed at the firehouse and broke his foot, then filed a claim for workers' comp. Was the injury work-related?

Falling out of bed may be one of the more unusual workers’ compensation claims. (Photo: Shutterstock)

Injuries to workers can occur in many ways, but few employers expect such injuries to come out of an employee’s nightmare. When that happens, is the injury covered by workers’ compensation? According to the Court of Appeals of Arkansas, the answer is no. But why?

In November 2015, Shawn Hansen was employed by the City of Siloam Springs, Ark., as a firefighter and an EMT. Hansen worked 24-hour shifts. During his shifts, he was required to stay on premises unless he was performing a work-related errand or activity. Because of the 24-hour scheduling scheme, the city provided sleeping arrangements and encouraged the employees to sleep during nighttime hours.

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