New York Court of Appeals

In the Matter of the Claim of Ann McCormick v. Green Bus Lines, Inc., Workmen's Compensation Board

November 17, 197129 N.Y.2d 246

Summary

The Court held that the Workmen’s Compensation Board’s finding that the decedent performed strenuous work which precipitated his fatal cardiac failure was supported by substantial evidence, and therefore the Board’s award was reinstated. The decision reversed the Appellate Division’s dismissal of the claim.