Paul v. Thornton Brothers Co.

This case comes here upon a writ of certiorari to review a decision of the industrial commission awarding compensation to the employe-respondent.

August 12, 1936, Paul sprained his back while skidding timbers into a truck-trailer.' He finished his day’s work but on the following day complained to his employer about the injury and was sent to a hospital, where he remained for three weeks, weights being applied to both his legs. About three days after he was discharged from the hospital he returned to his job, working about a month as mechanic’s helper and then driving a truck. He continued…