Page v. City of Richmond

In this appeal the question for decision is whether the Industrial Commission erred in ruling that the presumption created by Code § 65.1-47.1 1 had been refuted by competent medical evidence.

The facts have been stipulated. John R. Page was continuously employed by the City of Richmond as a fire fighter from October 16, 1945, until July 28, 1976. Prior to employment he had undergone a physical examination and was found to be free of respiratory disease. At the request of the City, he was examined by two physicians in August, 1976, was found to be disabled because of a respiratory disease, and…