City of Florence v. Gallien

This is a workmen's compensation case.

Jerry Gallien was employed by the City of Florence (City) as a fireman. On October 14, 1977, he injured his upper back during the course of his employment. As a result of the injury Gallien missed five and one-half months of work. The City paid compensation to the employee during this time.

From 1977 until 1982 Gallien periodically received treatment for pain in his upper back. On October 29, 1982, Gallien was examined by the City physician after he complained of a loss of sensation in his arm. He was referred to a series of doctors who took X-rays and…