Aglira v. Commonwealth

Opinion by

Judge Crumlish, Jr.,

Rita Aglira (Appellant), a checker at Lit Brothers Department Store (Employer), was injured on December 2, 1974, in a fist fight with a fellow employee after working hours. The altercation took place on the sidewalk of a public street adjacent to Employer’s premises. Appellant filed a claim petition requesting an award of compensation and medical expenses pursuant to Section 301(c) of The Pennsylvania Workmen’s Compensation Act (Act)1 for injuries arising out of the altercation. The Workmen’s Compensation Appeal Board (Board) affirmed a referee’s dismissal of…