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While the injured man did receive workers' comp benefits for his injuries and some lost wages, that amount didn't cover the full extent of his lost wages from the accident.

As detailed in the appeals court opinion and other filings, the underlying case involved a two-car accident resulting in a suit by Jerry Rockefeller against Deborah Orso in DeKalb County State Court.