Hamilton v. Superior Mushroom Co.

Plaintiff Robert Hamilton (hereinafter plaintiff) appeals an administrative decision awarding him worker’s compensation benefits as a permanently and totally disabled employee. Appealed is that portion of the hearing referee’s decision granting plaintiff "single” benefits only, rather than "double” benefits pursuant to subsection 161(b) of the Worker’s Disability Compensation Act of 1969, MCL 418.161(b); MSA 17.237(161)(b). The claim against defendant Superior Mushroom Company and its carrier has been redeemed. As to the remaining defendant, Second Injury Fund, the Workmen’s Compensation…