Taylor v. Department of Labor & Industries

This is an appeal from an order dismissing a widow’s claim for benefits under the Workmen’s Compensation Act upon the grounds that her claim abated upon her death.

Wesley B. Cassel died on January 5, 1959, survived by his wife Kate R. Cassel. On March 5, 1959, Mrs. Cassel filed a claim for widow’s benefits with the Department of Labor and Industries. She predicated her claim upon the contention that Mr. Cassel’s death occurred during and was attributable to the performance of his duties as an employee of the Seattle Transit System. The claim was rejected by the Supervisor of Industrial…