County of Bergen v. Civil Service Commission

The opinion of the court was delivered by

Colie, J.

On May 16th, 1947, the Civil Service Commission certified Frank F. Dzerk and others as eligible for appointment to the Bergen County Traffic Police Department. On May 21st the Board of Freeholders made a number of appointments of traffic patrolmen but passed over Mr. Dzerk who was 'fourth on the list certified by the Commission. Mr. Dzerk was a disabled veteran, holding a medical discharge from the army as a result of a head injury or injuries and a nervous breakdown. All of the candidates were examined by Dr. Raphael S. Gilady, acting for the…