Fernandes v. Industrial Commission

The appellee, Jack Ponthieux (the claimant), filed an application for adjustment of claim pursuant to the Workers’ Compensation Act (the Act) (Ill. Rev. Stat. 1987, ch. 48, par. 138.1 et seq.) for injuries sustained in the employ of the appellant, Billie V. Fernandes, d/b/a Fernandes Construction Company (the employer). Following a hearing, the arbitrator found, inter alia, that the claimant had sustained permanent partial disability (PPD) to the extent of 30% loss of the use of his left hand and awarded benefits under section 8(e) of the Act (Ill. Rev. Stat. 1987, ch. 48, par. 138.8(e)). On…