Matlack, Inc. v. Workmen's Compensation Appeal Board

Opinion by

Judge MacPhail,

Matlack, Inc. (Petitioner) appeals here the order of the Workmen’s Compensation Appeal Board (Board) which affirmed a referee’s decision dismissing Petitioner’s modification petition.

On July 30, 1976, Ralph Zwald (Claimant) was involved in a work-related accident in which he suffered a head injury. Claimant received compensation pursuant to a notice of compensation payable. Claimant returned to work on December 6, 1976, and signed a final receipt on December 21, 1976.

On December 30, 1976, Claimant underwent treatment for a pre-existing hernia condition. On March…