Wells v. Pete Walker's Auto Body

In 1983, claimant suffered a herniated disc, which SAIF accepted as a disabling injury. In May, 1984, he was released to return to light work. He was unable to find work and, in July, 1984, applied for unemployment benefits. From August 1, 1984, until October 19, 1984, he received $61 per week. SAIF offset the unemployment benefits against his temporary disability benefits. He requested a hearing, claiming that unemployment benefits should not have been offset. The Workers’ Compensation Board affirmed the referee’s determination that the offset was proper. We affirm.

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