Williams v. Benedict Coal Corp.

George Williams, on March 10, 1942, sustained injuries resulting from an accident that arose “out of and in the course of” his employment.' The Industrial Commission denied an award on the ground that claimant’s injuries were the result of his wilful violation of one of the safety rules promulgated by the employer and known to claimant. From an order dismissing the case claimant obtained this appeal.

Claimant was employed by the Benedict Coal Corporation as a coupler, or brakeman, to assist in operating the small coal trains used in bringing coal out of the mine. One of his duties required him…