Ward v. Workmen's Compensation Appeal Board

NARICK, Senior Judge.

Dorothy Ward (Petitioner), widow of Edwin Ward, petitions for review of an order of the Workmen’s Compensation Appeal Board (Board) affirming a referee’s determination that Sun Refining and Marketing Company (Employer) is entitled to a subrogation interest in a third party claim awarded to the Petitioner. We affirm the Board’s order.

Edwin Ward died on July 29, 1983 as a result of malignant mesothelioma, caused by exposure to asbestos while employed by Employer. Prior to his death, Mr. Ward had become disabled and a notice of compensation payable was filed providing…