Foster Wheeler Energy Corp. v. Ustonofski

Opinion by

Judge Mencer,

Foster Wheeler Energy Corporation (Foster) appeals from an order of the Workmen’s Compensation Appeal Board (Board) granting compensation to Elizabeth J. Ustonofski (claimant) for the death of her husband, Lawrence Ustonofski (decedent). We affirm.

On January 15, 1977, decedent suffered a work-related muscle strain in his left groin. Decedent received compensation for the resulting disability and, after returning to work, executed a final receipt. On February 4, 1977, decedent was routinely examined by his personal physician, Dr. Anthony G. Stish. During the examination,…