Armour & Co. v. Industrial Commission

Defendant in error, James H. Pleasant, filed application for adjustment under the Workmen’s Compensation Act, alleging injuries received in the course of his employment with Armour & Company, the plaintiff in error, resulting in the loss of his right eye. On hearing, the arbitrator denied the application on the ground that the claimant did not sustain accidental injuries arising out of and in the course of his employment. On review, the Industrial Commission set aside the arbitrator’s decision and entered an award, which the circuit court of Cook county confirmed. The cause is here on…