Page v. McCain Foods, Inc.

KIDWELL, Justice Pro Tem.

This is an appeal seeking reversal of an order of the Idaho Industrial Commission. The claimant alleged an injury caused by standing from a sitting position. Following hearing, the Commission found in favor of the employer and denied the claim for benefits. There are two primary issues: 1) whether the claimant gave proper notice of the accident or the employer had sufficient knowledge of the injury; and 2) whether standing from a seated position constitutes an “accident” under the Idaho workers’ compensation law. We reverse and remand.

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FACTUAL AND PROCEDURAL BACKGROUND