Kropp Forge Co. v. Industrial Commission

Following the death of Dennis Zozaski, the petitioners, Francene, Christopher, and Gregory Zozaski, brought a claim for workers’ compensation against the respondent, Kropp Forge Company. The arbitrator found that Dennis’ death arose out of his employment and awarded Christopher and Gregory, who were Dennis’ minor sons, $283.33 per week, until the youngest reached the age of 18. The Industrial Commission (Commission) affirmed the arbitrator’s decision, and the circuit court confirmed the Commission’s decision. The respondent appeals.

At the hearing before the arbitrator, it was established that…