Security Insurance Group v. Brackett

Webb, Judge.

The employer and carrier in this workmen’s compensation case appeal from the judgment of the superior court affirming the award of compensation for death, but remanding to the board for the sole purpose of taking evidence and making a determination as to the medical expenses incurred. Held:

1. (a) Appellants objected to the opinion of Dr. Wages as to the cause of death of the employee, contending that it was hearsay, or based upon the hearsay opinion of Dr. Summers who did not testify, and hence was without probative value. Had Dr. Wages merely parroted the opinion of Dr. Summers,…