This appeal arises pursuant to the Texas Workers’ Compensation Act, TEX. LAB. CODE ANN. § 401.001 et seq. (1989 Act). On October 23, 2000, a hearing was held. The hearing officer resolved the disputed issue by deciding that the respondent (claimant) is entitled to supplemental income benefits (SIBs) for the fifth quarter. The appellant (carrier) appealed and the claimant responded.
DECISION
The hearing officer’s decision is affirmed.
The hearing officer did not err in determining that the claimant is entitled to SIBs for the fifth quarter. Eligibility criteria for SIBs entitlement are set forth in Section 408.142(a) and Tex. W.C. Comm’n, 28 TEX. ADMIN. CODE § 130.102. The relevant facts for the fifth quarter are substantially the same as they were for the second, third, and fourth quarters in which the claimant was found to be entitled to SIBs. Texas Workers’ Compensation Commission Appeal No. 000365, decided March 31, 2000; Texas Workers’ Compensation Commission Appeal No. 001170, decided July 6, 2000; and Texas Workers’ Compensation Commission Appeal No. 002443, decided November 29, 2000. The appealed findings and conclusion are supported by sufficient evidence and are not against the great weight and preponderance of the evidence.
The hearing officer’s decision and order are affirmed.
Robert W. Potts – Appeals Judge
CONCUR:
Kenneth A. Huchton – Appeals Judge
Susan M. Kelley – Appeals Judge