Tyler v. Gadwood

Memorandum: We agree with the Special Term that petitioner was appointed a temporary fireman pursuant to the provisions of chapter 47 of the Laws of 1943 and further that if he received injuries or became ill “as a result of the performance of his duties so as to necessitate medical or other lawful remedial treatment ” he was entitled to the benefits provided for by section 207-a of the General Municipal Law. While no answer was interposed, and it does not appear that an application was made to the Special Term for leave to answer, it does appear that the affidavits presented on the motion to…