Ferlazzo v. Harbison-Walker Refractories Co.

Opinion by

Watkins, J.,

The claimant, Natale Ferlazzo, in this workmen’s compensation case, seeks benefits for an alleged accidental injury resulting in a “hurt back”. The Referee awarded benefits, including medical and hospital reimbursement, despite the fact that the Blue Cross and Blue Shield had paid these costs. The premiums for the coverage had been paid by the employer.

The Workmen’s Compensation Board reversed, setting aside the findings of fact, conclusions of law, and the award of benefits by the referee. The board substituted its own findings of fact and conclusions of law, entering…