Claim of Dickman v. City of New York

Appeal by the attorneys for claimant from a decision of the Workmen’s Compensation Board which denied them an attorneys’ lien on the award. Claimant suffered a coronary attack and was disabled approximately three months. During this period the City of New York, his employer, paid him his full wages but charged the amounts thereof to his vacation pay and sick leave allowances. Upon returning to work, he filed a claim for compensation benefits, which was at all times controverted by the employer and a number of hearings were held; these facts further emphasizing the nature and intent of the…