Jeffares v. Workmen's Compensation Appeals Board

Opinion

ALARCON, J. *

The petitioner seeks annulment of a decision after reconsideration of the Workmen’s Compensation Appeals Board which reduced her award of temporary disability benefits.

Factual Background

The petitioner, Katherine Lucile Jeffares, sustained injuries on April 19, 1967, while employed as a part-time park recreation instructor for the city of Culver City. Prior to her injury, in addition to her job with Culver City, she was a student at U.C.L.A., carrying a full academic load. She had worked on a part-time basis since January 9, 1967. She worked 10 to 12 hours per week at $2.39…