Warren Trucking Co., Inc. v. Chandler

In this workmen’s compensation appeal, we review the correctness of an award in favor of a disabled claimant requiring the employer and insurer to pay for care rendered the claimant at home by his wife.

Appellee Charlie E. Chandler, a resident of Danville and employed as a driver by appellant Warren Trucking Company, Inc., was hurt on January 5, 1978, while unloading cargo. He was struck by a heavy piece of furniture and suffered injuries to his head and neck. The employer and its insurance carrier, appellant Liberty Mutual Insurance Company, treated Chandler’s claim as compensable and, as…