Sitkin Converting, Inc. v. Commonwealth

Opinion by

Judge Mencer,

Charles F. Hollenbaugh had been employed by SitIdn Converting, Inc. (hereinafter referred to as Sitldn), as a machine operator for approximately two years. On October 6, 1970, Hollenbaugh refused an order from his foreman to sweep the floor. The next morning he was told that he had been given a day off as a result of this indiscretion. Hollenbaugh then left work and did not return thereafter.

Hollenbaugh’s application for unemployment compensation benefits was denied by the Bureau of Employment Security on the ground that his termination was due to his wilful misconduct.…