Special Indemnity Fund v. Chambers

HALLEY, Justice.

Claimant, while in the employ of Crown Drilling Company, sustained an accidental injury to his right index finger. His claim against his employer was settled on a joint petition on the basis of 75 per centum loss of use of the injured finger with an added “bonus” of $37.50, or for the total amount of $825 (26.25 weeks at $30 per week plus $37.50). In the present proceeding claimant sought a further award against the Special Indemnity Fund (hereinafter referred to as Fund) under the provisions of 85 O.S..1951 § 171 and 85 O.S.Supp. 1959 § 172. At the hearing to determine…