Union Producing Co. v. Dependents of Simpson

The widow and sole dependent of Emmette Clinton Simpson, deceased, hereinafter called Employee, made claim for death benefits under the Workmen’s Compensation Law against Union Producing Company, the Employer, and its compensation carrier. After a lengthy hearing, the attorney-referee awarded claimant death benefits. The Workman’s Compensation Commission affirmed, and on appeal to the circuit court, the Commission’s award was affirmed. The Employer and its carrier appeal to this Court.

Employee died of myocardial infarction following coronary occlusion, after suffering for a long period of…