Shaffer v. Somerset Community Hospital

Opinion by

Wright, J.,

This is a workmen’s compensation case. The Referee made an award in favor of the claimant. The Board sustained an appeal by the defendants, and dismissed the claim petition. The Court of Common Pleas of Somerset County affirmed the Board, and entered judgment for the defendants. The claimant has appealed to this court.

Sara E. Shaffer was employed by the Somerset Community Hospital as a licensed practical nurse. Her home was some four miles distant and, since public transportation was not available, she was obliged to drive to work. The property of the hospital covers an…