Mason v. Workmen's Compensation Appeal Board

DOYLE, Judge.

Robert D. Mason (Claimant) appeals an order of the Workmen’s Compensation Appeal Board (Board) which affirmed a referee’s order terminating Claimant’s benefits.

In order to understand the issues raised by Claimant, it is necessary to review the facts and the procedural history of this case which date back to 1981. Claimant was employed by Hilti Fastening Corporation (Employer), as an account foreman when he sustained an injury to his lower back on February 3, 1981. However, because Employer provided Claimant with a modified position, which allowed him to continue to work without…