Frank Lyon Company v. Scott

The circuit court affirmed a Workmen’s Compensation Commission order awarding compensation to the appellee as the widow of Robert H. Scott. The Commission found that Scott’s exertions in carrying a heavy tool kit and welding torch to the second floor of his employer’s place of. business had caused hemorrhages that led to his death on May 20, 1947. The appellants — Scott’s employer and insurance carrier — contend that there was not sufficient competent evidence to sustain the award.

We think the finding that Scott did carry the tools upstairs is supported by substantial evidence. Scott was a…