Johnson v. Harsco/Heckett

HALL, Chief Justice:

Plaintiff Kenneth Johnson seeks review of an order of the Industrial Commission denying additional workers’ compensation benefits.

The facts are not in dispute. On October 9, 1980, plaintiff was injured in an accident arising out of the course of his employment. The accident occurred when a truck rolled backward and ran over him. Since the accident, plaintiff has been under the treatment of several physicians, including Dr. Douglas Schow. A medical report prepared by Dr. Schow dated December 5, 1983, indicated that plaintiff's combined injuries resulted in 79 percent…