Baggett v. B & G Construction

Brazil, C.J.:

B & G Construction (B & G) appeals the decision of the Workers Compensation Board (Board) that James T. Baggett’s injury arose out of his employment. We affirm.

Baggett first sustained injury while working for B & G in November 1991. He injured his hands and back while helping a coworker lift a gable truss. Baggett sought treatment and continued to work.

Baggett was injured again on December 6, 1991. He was at the job site estimating measurements for a flight of stairs when he was pushed from behind. A co-worker demanded the return of $3 Baggett had borrowed earlier. Baggett turned…