CHICKEN, LEEK, AND BLUE CHEESE PILAF
A Miner’s Denied Workers’ Compensation Claim Successfully Reversed SECURING JUSTICE
Inspired by BBCGoodFood.com
Did someone say, “Healthy chicken with tangy blue cheese”? We thought so!
Ingredients
• 2 1/2 cups water • 1/2 cup brown basmati rice • 2 tsp vegetable bouillon powder • 1 bay leaf • 1 tsp grapeseed oil • 2 skinless chicken breasts, chopped • 1 leek, thinly sliced • 2 zucchini, thinly sliced • 1 cup frozen peas • 4 walnut halves, broken • 1/4 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
I’m pleased to share a recent success story where we overturned the denial of a workers’ compensation claim for a miner who had worked in an underground mine for several years.
This miner had filed a claim for lung disease, with his doctors attributing the condition to prolonged exposure to silica dust and diesel exhaust fumes at work. However, the workers’ compensation insurer initially denied the claim. Due to the advanced stage of his lung disease, the miner could not continue working in the mine, so he sought our assistance. Our response was swift. We filed an appeal and enlisted medical experts to provide evidence of the work-related nature of his condition. Our investigation also uncovered numerous safety violations at the mine, particularly regarding air quality. After a prolonged legal battle before an appeals officer, we overturned the wrongful denial. As a result, our client now receives lifetime medical benefits, has access to retraining opportunities, and receives compensation for his permanent disability. We were honored to assist this miner in overturning this wrongful claim denial. We strive to zealously advocate for all our clients to seek justice and help them receive the benefits permitted under workers’ compensation law.
Directions
1. In a large pot, add water, rice, bouillon powder, and bay leaf. Cover, bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes. 2. Meanwhile, in a large frying pan, heat oil and stir-fry chicken over medium-high heat until just cooked. Remove from pan, then fry leek until soft. Add zucchini, stir-fry for a few minutes more, then add peas. 3. When the rice is cooked, add it and any liquid from the pot to the vegetables. Return chicken to the pan, then cover and cook for 5 minutes more. Stir in walnuts and cheese and serve hot.
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