Frank P. Torre worked for Logic Technology, Inc., a General Electric Company contractor.
While working out at a G.E. Fitness Center during business hours, Torre injured his spinal cord.
A Workers' Compensation Law Judge later found that Torre was injured while at work and awarded workers' compensation benefits. After the Workers' Compensation Board agreed with that Judge's decision, Logic Technology sought review by the Appellate Division, Third Department.
While you can expect to receive compensation benefits as a result of most injuries which occur at work, voluntary athletic activities are exempt from coverage unless the employer requires the employee's participation, the employee is paid to engage in the activity, or, the employer "sponsors" or otherwise supports the activity.
Since Torre showed his company "encouraged" gym membership, the Appellate Division, Third Department, agreed the injury occurred during the course of his employment and that he was entitled to coverage.
Did that outcome defy Logic?
To view a copy of the Appellate Division's decision, please use this link: Matter of Torre v. Logic Tech., Inc.