Eaves v. Louisiana Cypress Lumber Co.

CUTRER, Judge.

This is a workmen’s compensation action wherein plaintiff, Duelle Eaves, a mill-right, seeks compensation under the provisions of L.S.A. R.S. 23:1221(4) (p) for the permanent impairment of a physical function caused by the accidental loss of teeth arising out of and during the course of his employment with defendant Louisiana Cypress Lumber Company. From an adverse judgment plaintiff appeals.

Defendant paid the dental expenses and the remaining issues presented are the amount, if any, of compensation to be awarded and, if so, should plaintiff be entitled to recover penalties and…