Vocke v. Eagle-Picher Co.

The opinion of the court was delivered by

Wedell, J.;

This is a workmen’s compensation case. Respondent prevailed and the claimant appeals.

The district court found claimant was totally disabled for an indefinite and problematical period of time. Respondent contends there was strong evidence to the contrary but admits it is bound by the court’s finding where, as here, there is substantial testimony to support the finding.

The trial court, however, also found:

“Claimant’s disability is due to lead poisoning contracted in and arising out of and in the course of his employment with the Respondent;…