Legal Opinion
Sheppard v. Massey Hauling Co., Inc.
Court of Civil Appeals of Alabama
Decided June 26, 1998No. 2970243PublishedCited by 7 opinions
1Opinion of the Court
Mickey Wayne Sheppard sued his employer, Massey Hauling Company, Inc. ("Massey"), seeking workers' compensation benefits. After a trial, the circuit court found that Sheppard was permanently partially disabled as a result of a work-related accident and that he had suffered a 55% loss of earning capacity. The court awarded benefits accordingly. Sheppard appeals.
The standard of review this court must apply in this case is derived from § 25-5- 81 (e)(1), Ala. Code 1975, which provides: "In reviewing the standard of proof set forth herein and other legal issues, review by the Court of Civil…
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