Dueitt v. Scott Paper Co.

Frank Dueitt appeals from a judgment in favor of Scott Paper Company in his action against Scott Paper to recover workers' compensation benefits that he sought as the result of a hearing loss he alleged he had suffered on the job. We affirm.

Following a hearing, the trial court, in a comprehensive and well-reasoned opinion, denied benefits to Dueitt. The pertinent portions of that opinion are quoted here:

"This case was duly called for trial on November 30, 1995. The Court, sitting without a jury, having heard and understood the testimony of the witnesses and having observed their demeanor, the…