Armstrong v. American Piling of Louisiana, Inc.

HOOD, Judge.

Tom E. Armstrong instituted this suit for workmen’s compensation benefits, alleging that he is totally and permanently disabled. He also claims medical expenses, penalties and attorney’s fees. The defendants are American Piling of Louisiana, Inc., and its insurer, Travelers Insurance Company. Judgment was rendered by the trial court rejecting plaintiff’s demands for weekly compensation benefits, but condemning defendants to pay to plaintiff $169.40 as medical expenses, the additional sum of $750.00 as attorney’s fees, and all costs of the suit. Defendants have appealed.

Plaintiff…