Friel v. Sun Shipbuilding & Drydock Co.

Opinion by

Ross, J.,

In this workmen’s compensation case claimant, James Friel, seeks compensation for-the loss of the in*321dex and middle fingers of his left hand by an accident which occurred while he was in the employ of Sun Shipbuilding and Drydock Company, a self-insured employer. Compensation was awarded by the referee. The employer appealed to the Board and its appeal was sustained and the claim petition dismissed. Claimant thereupon appealed to the Court of Common Pleas of Delaware County, which affirmed the Board, and the claimant took this appeal.

The referee made, among others, the…