Kattack v. Wright Aeronautical Corp.

The present proceeding is grounded upon a claim arising from the death of Kajeib Kattack, husband of the petitioner and father of her ten children, seven of whom are under the age of sixteen years. The issue in controversy is limited to a single question, to wit: Did Kattack’s death on July 31st, 1940, following a coronary attack on that day, result from an accident on July 23d, 1940, arising out of and in the course of his employment with the respondent, Wright Aeronautical Corporation.

The burden of proof rests upon the petitioner to establish her right to compensation. The rule applicable…