Woodroof v. City of Nashville

Alfred R. Woodroof filed this petition for certiorari in the chancery court of Davidson County pursuant to the provisions of Code Sections 9008- 9018 seeking to review and reverse an order of the Civil Service Commission of the City of Nashville denying him a pension. The theory of complainant’s suit is that he was employed as a fireman by the City of Nashville. Injuries were received by him in line of duty, without fault, on his part, which permanently incapacitated him from active service in his position. All requirements had been met by him for a pension, and application was made therefor.…