Stevens v. Industrial Commission

DONOFRIO, Judge.

This is another heart case, involving a myocardial infarction. It is the opinion of the Court that a detailed repetition of the facts is not necessary, for the fact situation is unique to this case, and the question before the Court is whether or not the award of the Industrial Commission is reasonably supported by the evidence.

When the results of an industrial accident cannot clearly be seen by laymen, such as the loss of an arm or a leg, the question of physical disability or impairment can be resolved only through the use of expert medical testimony. Bedel v. Industrial…