Marshall v. INDUS. COM'N OF STATE OF UTAH

DURHAM, Justice:

This case is a writ of review from the Industrial Commission of the State of Utah. The appellant, Nolan W. Marshall, was employed by the defendant, Emery Mining Company, as a maintenance mechanic in a coal mine. On January 25, 1980, the appellant was leaving the mine in a minetrip, which is a trailer with wooden seats pulled by a tractor. The minetrip rolled over a large lump of coal and the plaintiff was bounced up and then down on the seat, injuring his back. The appellant sought medical treatment on January 28, receiving medication for pain. He attempted physical therapy,…