Pritchard v. Ford Motor Co.

On September 3, 1930, while in defendant’s employ, plaintiff suffered an injury arising out of and in the course of his employment. He asserts that he made claim for compensation. In January, 1935, he applied to the department of labor and industry for adjustment of his claim for compensation. On hearing before the deputy commissioner an award of compensation for partial disability was made; and on review by the department the award was modified and affirmed. Defendant reviews by certiorari.

Plaintiff’s injury was a right inguinal hernia. It was promptly called to defendant’s attention.…