Lee v. Benton Harbor Malleable Industries

Plaintiff, Alvin Lee, was employed by Benton Harbor Malleable Industries when, in September, 1973, he suffered a back injury while on the job. He worked until October 6, 1973, when he became disabled. He filed a petition for hearing with the Bureau of Workmen’s Compensation on March 5, 1974. Following an October 22, 1974, *592hearing, plaintiff was granted a closed award for the period October 7, 1973, to July 24, 1974. In the meantime, Benton Harbor Malleable had filed a voluntary petition in bankruptcy on October 30, 1973, and was declared bankrupt on January 21, 1975. No benefits were paid to…