Smith v. Department of Labor & Industries

During the month of January, 1932, J. L. Smith, then engaged in extrahazardous work and within the provisions of the workmen’s compensation act, suffered an injury which resulted in his receiving care and compensation for time lost. His claim was closed March 12, 1932, without award for any permanent partial disability.

July 15, 1932, he applied for a rehearing before the joint board, alleging aggravation of his injuries. Claimant, not having applied for such a rehearing •within sixty days from the date of the closing of his claim by the department, was limited before the joint board to the…