Howell v. Pacific Columbia Mills

Harwell, Justice:

In this worker’s compensation case, the single commissioner found that appellant’s claim was compensable. On appeal, the full Worker’s Compensation Commission reversed on the ground that appellant’s injury did not arise out of and in the course of employment. The circuit court affirmed the full commission.

The material facts are not in dispute. Appellant worked at the Olympia Mill which is located on Heyward Street. Employer-maintained parking facilities are located on the other side of Heyward Street directly across from the mill. Appellant was struck by a car while crossing…