Barrett v. City of Brazil

OPINION

BAILEY, Judge.

Case Summary

Phyllis Barrett appeals the Worker's Compensation Board's dismissal of her application for benefits. We reverse and remand.

Issue

Phyllis raises the sole issue whether the Board erred in dismissing her claim.

Facts and Procedural History

While working for the City of Brazil ("Employer") on June 3, 2004, Jerry Barrett came in contact with untreated waste-water, His supervisor advised him to go home to change clothes. Halfway through his shift, Jerry informed a coworker that he was going home to change clothes and eat.

In route, Jerry's vehicle and one driven by…