Bailey v. Industrial Commission

The appellant, Therese T. Bailey (the claimant), filed an application for adjustment of claim under the Workers’ Compensation Act (the Act) (Ill. Rev. Stat. 1985, ch. 48, par. 138.1 et seq.), contending her husband, William J. Bailey (the decedent), suffered fatal injuries arising out of and in the course of his employment with the appellee, the Midland-Ross Corporation (the employer). Following a series of hearings, the arbitrator denied compensation. On review, the Industrial Commission (Commission) affirmed and circuit court confirmed. The claimant now appeals to this court.

The claimant…