City of Hazleton v. Commonwealth

Opinion by

Judge Crumlish, Jr,,

The City of Hazleton (City) has appealed the decision of the Workmen’s Compensation Appeal Board (Board) which affirmed a referee’s award of benefits to Anthony M. DeCnsatis (Claimant) under the provisions of The Pennsylvania Workmen’s Compensation Act, Act of June 2,1915, P.L. 736, as amended, 77 P.S. §1 et seq.

Claimant was employed by the City as a fireman for over 21 years and served as its Fire Chief during the 14 months of his employment preceding his resignation, which became effective January 31, 1974. On April 8, 1974, he filed a claim petition under The…