Ultimately, the workers' compensation judge found that while several witnesses testified to observing changes in Andrew Touchstone's demeanor shortly before his death, no one was able to offer tangible evidence that this change was caused by financial struggles related to his job. (Credit: Shutterstock) Ultimately, the workers' compensation judge found that while several witnesses testified to observing changes in Andrew Touchstone's demeanor shortly before his death, no one was able to offer tangible evidence that this change was caused by financial struggles related to his job. (Credit: Shutterstock)

While the legal community is increasingly acknowledging the relationship between the pressures of the profession and stress-induced health issues, a recent Pennsylvania appellate ruling shows that proving the existence of such a link in the courtroom can be challenging.

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