Cardyn v. Workmen's Compensation Appeal Board

Opinion by

Judge Barry,

Thomas Cardyn, the claimant, appeals from an order of the Workmen’s Compensation Appeal Board reversing an order of the referee and denying benefits.

The claimant had been employed by the Heppenstall Company since 1965. On March 15, 1974, he was attempting to loosen a bolt when the wrench he was using .slipped, causing him to fall and strike his right knee on the floor. The claimant, who has a long history of medical problems with both of his knees, was taken to West Penn Hospital for x-rays. The claimant returned to work on March 19; in spite of experiencing a great deal…