Carey Lumber Co. v. Newsome

NEIKIRK, Judge.

On July 20, 1970, the Workmen’s Compensation Board awarded William A. Newsome compensation for total and permanent disability as a result of an injury sustained in the course of his employment with Carey Lumber Company. The Board dismissed the Special Fund and assessed all liability against the employer, who appealed to the Pike Circuit Court. The court affirmed the Board. Carey Lumber Company appeals. We affirm.

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