Harrigan v. Commonwealth

Opinion by

Judge Mencer,

Regis L. Harrigan (claimant) appeals the order of the Workmen’s Compensation Appeal Board (Board) which affirmed the referee’s dismissal of his claim petition.

Claimant was employed as a fireman by the City of Johnstown from November 15,1951 to May 4, 1975. It is undisputed that he had been exposed to stress, exertion, and other hazards accompanying a firefighter’s duties. While fighting a fire in the fall of 1974, claimant experienced his first heart pains which lasted about ten minutes. After resting, he returned to his duty. He reported having similar pains once again…