Kirt v. Oaklawn Sugar Co.

CRAIN, Judge.

This is an appeal of a judgment finding that the plaintiffs medical condition was not work related and therefore not covered by workers compensation.

FACTS

On September 21, 1984, Kenneth Kirt alleges that he was injured while pulling a rope to raise a shaft. He was employed by Oaklawn Sugar Company and the accident was in the course and scope of his employment. The plaintiff saw Dr. Degeyter, an internist, on Friday, September 28, 1984, at the suggestion of his employer. Dr. De-geyter treated him with medication for pain and inflammation. Dr. Degeyter told the plaintiff to refrain…