Williams v. Wellman-Power Gas, Inc.

Claimant Terry N. Williams appeals from the finding, conclusions and order of the Workers’ Compensation Court dismissing his claim for benefits on the ground the claim was not timely filed.

Claimant, an employee of defendant Wellman-Power Gas, Inc., was injured in the course and scope of his employment February 15, 1973, when he fell and struck his elbow. He reported the accident to his employer and was taken to see Dr. John P. Lacey, who took X-rays of the elbow. The X-rays were negative, but the doctor could feel broken cartilage in the injured area. He informed claimant the cartilage was…