Brooks v. Irving Tanning Co.
Court: Supreme Judicial Court of Maine; May 15, 1981; Maine; State Supreme Court
The Irving Tanning Company appeals a judgment from the Superior Court (Somerset County) regarding the Workers’ Compensation Commission's denial of its petition to review a worker's incapacity. The Commission determined that while the worker had regained some limited work capacity, his efforts to find employment demonstrated a lack of stable job opportunities in his community, particularly for someone with his back condition. As a result, the Commission concluded that the worker, although partially disabled, is entitled to total disability compensation. The appellate court affirms the judgment, stating that the Commissioner’s factual findings are well-supported by evidence and align with legal precedents. The court orders the employer to pay the employee $550.00 for counsel fees and reasonable out-of-pocket expenses related to the appeal. All judges concurred in the decision.