Givens v. Steel Structures, Inc.

Lewis, Chief Justice:

This appeal is from an order of the Circuit Court dismissing appellant’s claim for benefits under the Workmen’s Compensation Act. We affirm.

In November 1976, while employed by Stark Rubber Company, Inc., appellant sustained an injury to his lower back. He was awarded workmen’s compensation benefits in a substantial amount for this injury and the resulting permanent partial disability. In January 1978, less than one month after final settlement of this claim, the appellant applied for and received employment from the respondent, Steel Structures. On his job application he…