Johnson v. Ohio Valley Forging Co.

STEINFELD, Judge.

David E. Johnson, the 19-year-old son of appellants, Justin and Ruth Johnson, was killed on December 9, 1969, in an employment-connected accident. His parents claimed benefits under the provisions of the Workmen’s Compensation Law on the basis of their being partially dependent on David. The board dismissed the claim finding no dependency and the circuit court affirmed on appeal. The parents have appealed from the judgment. We affirm.

This litigation is controlled by the meaning of KRS 342.070(2) (b) which provides in pertinent part:

“Partial dependency shall be determined by…