City of Philadelphia v. Workers' Compensation Appeal Board

McGINLEY, Judge.

The City of Philadelphia (Employer) petitions for review of the order of the Workers’ Compensation Appeal Board (Board) that affirmed the decision of the Workers’ Compensation Judge (WCJ) that granted the claim petition of Isaac Wilson (Claimant).

Claimant was employed as a police officer by Employer. On December 12, 1995, Claimant, while off-duty, helped his cousin repair his car. While driving home, Claimant observed a man assaulting a woman. Claimant stopped his car, approached the pair, identified himself as a police officer, displayed his badge, and intervened. Claimant…