Fantastic Sam's v. Workmen's Compensation Appeal Board

NEWMAN, Judge.

This is an appeal by Fantastic Sam’s (Employer) and Employer’s insurer, Cincinnati Insurance Company, from an order of the Workmen’s Compensation Appeal Board (Board) which affirmed a referee’s decision modifying the rate of compensation payable in a supplemental agreement to Dawna Jean Kowalski (Claimant) and awarding her attorney’s fees.

FACTS AND PROCEDURAL HISTORY

On May 21, 1989, Claimant began working for Employer as a hair stylist. On August 21, 1989, Claimant experienced a severe allergic reaction to the use of certain hair products that caused Employer to issue a notice…