Ex Parte Kirkpatrick

We granted certiorari to consider a question of first impression, i.e.: In workmen's compensation cases, does the minimum weekly compensation rate as established pursuant to §25-5-68, Code 1975, apply to nonscheduled permanent partial disability cases where compensation is provided and governed by § 25-5-57 (a)(3)g, Code 1975?

For the facts in this case, see Winston Furniture, Inc. v.Kirkpatrick, 495 So.2d 1092 (Ala.Civ.App. 1985).

We affirm the judgment of the Court of Civil Appeals.

Section 25-5-57 (a)(3)g, Code 1975, expressly provides that it is "subject to the same maximum weekly…