Page v. Asplundh Tree Expert Co

The facts are accurately set forth in Judge Kaufman’s opinion. At the time of plaintiffs injury, compensation benefits for a general disability were payable for only 500 weeks. In order to qualify for additional benefits, it was incumbent upon plaintiff to show that he was totally and permanently disabled within the meaning of § 361 of the Worker’s Disability Compensation Act.

"Total and permanent” is a term of art in Michigan and is defined to mean any of the following conditions:

"(a) Total and permament loss of sight of both eyes.

"(b) Loss of both legs or both feet at or above the ankle.

"(c)…