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Published: April 2, 2009
Edmond firefighter wins battle for comp benefits
BY DIANA BALDWIN
EDMOND — An Edmond firefighter with cancer should get workers’ compensation benefits, the state Supreme Court ruled this week.

The ruling upheld 19-year veteran Tim Vernon’s claim that his cancer is job-related.

"I am very excited it will make a difference for every firefighter in the state, not just me,” Vernon said. "It is not just about me. Everyone will benefit.”

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