Rose v. Argonaut Insurance Companies

Claimant seeks review of an order of the Workers’ Compensation Board which affirmed the referee’s decision that his injury was not work related.

Claimant played slow-pitch softball for the Guaranty Eggs, a team organized by the employes of Guaranty Chevrolet in Junction City. He broke and dislocated his ankle while sliding into first base during the first game of the season. He seeks compensation for his injury under the theory that it occurred during a recreational activity sanctioned by and indirectly beneficial to employer. The Board, affirming the referee, held that employer’s contribution…