Reese v. Wampler Foods, Inc.

On July 20, 1975, Kathryn L. Reese sustained injuries to her back while performing duties arising out of and in the course of her employment with Wampler Foods, Inc. (Wampler Foods). Reese’s injuries were subsequently deemed compensable under the Virginia Workmen’s Compensation Act, and she was awarded $68 per week beginning August 5, 1975. Compensation continued until May 16, 1977. On May 17, 1977, Reese returned to work, performing duties of a different nature than those undertaken prior to the accident. On March 6, 1978, Reese allegedly sustained further work-related injury to her back…