McGraw-Edison Co. v. Department of Industry, Labor & Human Relations

Two issues are presented on this appeal:

1. Did the trial court err in enlarging upon the findings of fact made by the department?

2. Did Walker’s conduct constitute “misconduct connected with his employment” as that term is used in sec. 108.04 (5) and (6), Stats.?

Findings of fact.

The circuit court enlarged upon the findings made by the appeal tribunal by stating that Walker either pushed or threw the dryer top. The court also referred to the “hurling” of the top. The court also, in effect, stated that the top put in motion by Walker was the one which hit Krause. The appeal tribunal held that…