Torres v. Aulick Leasing, Inc.

INTRODUCTION

Jose L. Torres brought a workers’ compensation claim against his employer, Aulick Leasing, Inc. (Aulick), for injuries he received as the result of an automobile accident which occurred while Torres was traveling from his home to the jobsite at which he was working. The trial judge of the Workers’ Compensation Court dismissed Torres’ claim, and the Workers’ Compensation Court review panel affirmed. Torres now appeals.

FACTUAL BACKGROUND

Aulick is a trucking company engaged in the business of hauling aggregate materials, including rock, sand, and dirt, to highway construction…