Reeves v. B & S Welding, Inc.

DUFRESNE, Judge.

The issue on appeal is whether James Reeves’ (plaintiff), claim for workmen’s compensation against his employer, B & S Welding, Inc. (B & S) has prescribed.

Reeves was allegedly injured on December 4, 1985, while in the course and scope of his employment with B & S. On December 2, 1986, he sued B & S and Exxon ■Corporation in the 24th Judicial District Court for bodily injuries sustained while working aboard Exxon’s platform.

In response to allegations contained in an Amended Petition filed by Reeves seeking benefits under the Louisiana Worker’s Compensation Act, B & S filed an…