Potter v. Industrial Commission

LOCKWOOD, Chief Justice:

Petitioner worked as a cesspool pumper for one Ben H. Landis, a cesspool cleaning operator. On November 6, 1961 in the course of his employment, he accidentally stumbled while carrying an open five gallon can of sulphuric acid. The acid splashed onto his face and into his eyes.

The employer, Ben Landis immediately took petitioner to Dr. Linton, an eye, ear, nose and throat specialist. Dr. Linton gave emergency treatment — washing the eye and applying cortisone ointment to prevent infection and reduce pain. He noted at this time a clouding in each cornea and a congestion…