Hamilton v. Daniel International Corp.

Ness, Justice.

The issue is whether the respondent, Lonnie Hamilton, a work release prisoner employed by appellant Daniel International Corporation, is eligible for workmen’s compensation. The single commissioner, the full commission and the trial court all concluded respondent was entitled to' benefits. We affirm.

Hamilton was injured on a Daniel International job site while participating in the prison work release program. He was permitted to enter into a voluntary contract of employment with Daniel, and enjoyed the same salary and working conditions as other Daniel employees. Hamilton lived…