Hartman v. Workmen's Compensation Appeal Board

Opinion by

Judge Wilkinson,

On August 16, 1972, claimant-appellant twisted his right knee while lifting material onto a pallet at employer-appellee’s plant, causing the instantaneous development of a Baker’s cyst on the back of that knee. Claimant-appellant subsequently filed a claim petition, and after a hearing on February 7, 1973, the referee made the following findings of fact, conclusions of law and award:

“Findings of Fact:

“1. Claimant on 8.16.72 was employed by defendant at an average weekly wage of $166.40.

“2. On 8.16.72 claimant developed a baker’s cyst on the back of his right knee.…