Gerleman v. Sterling Engineering Co.

STEPHAN, Presiding Judge.

On a claim for death benefits under the Missouri Workmen’s Compensation statutes by the widow of deceased employee Walter R. Gerleman, the referee denied compensation. The Labor and Industrial Relations Commission reversed his decision, one member dissenting, and awarded the widow the lump sum of $18,619.28 plus $95.00 weekly for her life or until remarriage. The employer, Sterling Engineering Company, and its insurer, Hartford Accident & Indemnity Company appealed to the circuit court, which affirmed the Commission’s award. On further appeal to this court, we affirm.

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