Hurley v. Sheller-Globe Corp.

SCHLEGEL, Judge.

Geneva Hurley began employment with Sheller-Globe Corporation in Iowa City, Iowa, in 1984. The company manufactures vinyl parts for cars, such as dashboards and armrests. Hurley had back surgery in 1978, prior to her employment at Sheller-Globe, and was released from care in 1979.

Hurley injured her back on March 23, 1986. She claims the injury occurred while working at Sheller-Globe. She testified that when she informed her supervisor of the injury, he told her the company would not pay workers’ compensation benefits. Hurley had back surgery due to the injury. In order to have…