Nycum v. Triangle Dairy Co.

John Nycum began his employment with Triangle Dairy Company in February of 1980 as a route delivery man. In the summer of 1980 the claimant developed pain, swelling and tenderness in various fingers of his hands as the result of lifting wire milk cartons, each weighing approximately 50 to 60 pounds. He reported this discomfort to his employer. His condition worsened in December of 1980 due to holiday increased work activities. On December 30, 1980, Mr. Nycum was diagnosed as having acute flexor tenosynovitis, related to his work. Mr. Nycum worked intermittently until January 23, 1981, when he…