Fischman v. Joseph Fish & Co.

This is a proceeding brought by Abraham Fischman, as petitioner, against the Joseph Fish & Company, as respondent, seeking a review of an award heretofore entered in his favor, and praying for further allowance of compensation on the ground that his incapacity has subsequently increased, pursuant to the provisions of paragraph 21(f) of the Workmen’s Compensation act. 2 Rev. Stat. 1937, 34:15-27.

Memoranda have been submitted by counsel, the contents of which I have carefully examined.

The award which the petitioner obtained in the earlier proceedings was the result of a fully litigated trial…