Fenn v. Charles T. Parker Construction Company

This case presents the question whether or not the plaintiff sustained an on-the-job injury. The employer first rejected the claim. Following a hearing requested by the workman, the claim was again rejected by the Hearings Division. On appeal to the Workmen’s Compensation Board the denial of the claim was affirmed by a two-to-one decision. The claimant appealed to the circuit court, which reversed the board and held the claim compensable. The employer appeals that decision to this court.

The case arises out of the following facts. Claimant, while returning home from work, became involved in an…