Shade v. Ayars & Ayars, Inc.

Irwin, Judge.

I. INTRODUCTION

Michael A. Shade appeals the order of a single judge of the Workers’ Compensation Court, affirmed on review by a three-judge panel, which determined that the injuries he sustained at a company-sponsored picnic were not compensable. We affirm the decision of the Workers’ Compensation Court because the employer did not derive a substantial direct benefit from this event sufficient to bring it within the realm of employment.

II. SCOPE OF REVIEW

Pursuant to Neb. Rev. Stat. § 48-185 (Supp. 1991), this court may modify, reverse, or set aside a Workers’ Compensation Court…