Patel v. Sauquoit Fibers Co.

OpiuioN by

Judge Craig,

In this workmen’s compensation appeal, the claimant1 questions a denial of benefits by the board,2 affirming a referee’s decision denying benefits to claimant, a quality control auditor.

On October 12, 1975, claimant suffered a work-related injury to his ankle, and from March 23, 1976 through July 18, 1976 received workmen’s compensation at the rate of $88.90 per week. Claimant returned to his job on July 19,1976, at his previous rate of pay, and on October 20, 1976 he signed a final settlement receipt.

Claimant, along with 150 fellow workers, was permanently laid off on…