McKenzie v. Marino

GAUDIN, Judge.

Appellant is Charles McKenzie, a former deputy sheriff in St. Charles Parish, whose petition for workmen’s compensation benefits was dismissed in the 29th Judicial District Court. We affirm.

McKenzie injured his foot on May 15, 1987 while investigating a burglary. He underwent surgery and he alleged in his petition that he “... is totally and permanently disabled from the performance of his trade and occupation.”

Sheriff Johnny Marino filed exceptions, then McKenzie filed a supplemental and amended petition. The sheriff excepted again. The district judge maintained the exceptions…