Belth v. Anthony Ferrante & Son, Inc.

The opinion of the court was delivered by

Francis, J.

Petitioner, Stanley J. Belth, was awarded workmen’s compensation representing 75% loss of his left leg against the defendant-employer, Anthony Ferrante & Son, Inc. The County Court reduced the award to 10% loss of the leg for reasons to be discussed hereafter. The Appellate Division reversed and reinstated the original award. 88 N. J. Super. 9 (App. Div. 1965). We granted certification on the employer’s petition. 45 N. J. 586 (1965).

The nature of the case makes necessary an outline of its factual background.

On August 2, 1954, while operating…