Philadelphia Coke Division, Eastern Associated Coal Corp. v. Unemployment Compensation Board of Review

Opinion by

Judge Crumlish, Jr.,

This is an appeal by the employer, Philadelphia Coke Division, from the award of benefits to Lawrence Eaddy (Claimant) by the Unemployment Compensation Board of Review.

Claimant had been working as a belt man until October 8, 1970 when he suffered a job related injury causing him to be absent until October 19, 1970. On December 7, 1970, claimant again left work complaining of a recurrence of pain from the October 8th injury. On December 8th, he saw the employer’s doctor who advised him to remain away from work.

Claimant saw the company doctor again on December…