Ofcansky v. Workmen's Compensation Appeal Board

OPINION by

President Judge Crumlish, Jr.,

John Ofcansky appeals a Workmen’s Compensation Appeal Board order reversing a referee’s decision and denying benefits. We affirm.

A co-employee of Ofcansky, a minor,1 agreed to drive him home if they left work at the same time. One night, because the ride was unavailable, they walked home and Ofcansky was struck by an automobile causing the injuries for which he seeks compensation.

The referee granted benefits, finding that Ofcan-sky’s employment contract provided for this kind of transportation. The Board reversed, concluding that there was not…