Rechler v. R. H. Macy & Co.

McCann, J.:

Claimant was employed by R. H. Macy & Co. On November 23, 1922, he fell from a ladder and struck his elbow on a shelf. The only question on this appeal is the failure to give notice as provided by section 18 of the Workmen’s Compensation Law which failure the employer, claims is prejudicial. The ground upon which the State Industrial Board excused the notice was that the employer provided medical aid and treatment within thirty days after the happening of such injury.

After the accident in question, the claimant continued to work until the 9th day of December, 1922, at which time he…