Grounds v. Triple J Construction Co.

Meyer, J.:

In this workmen’s compensation case, the district court affirmed a director’s award of 15 percent permanent partial disability. Claimant appeals, contending he should have been awarded 100 percent disability, and the Kansas Workmen’s Compensation Fund (Fund) cross-appeals contending it should not have been held solely liable for payment of claimant’s award.

Claimant was injured July 5, 1974, while employed by Triple J Construction Company, Inc. (respondent). Respondent’s business consisted of pouring concrete basement walls. Respondent is a corporation having three principal…