New York Court of Appeals
In the Matter of Diana Wolfe v. Sibley, Lindsay & Curr Co., Workmen's Compensation Board
May 5, 197536 N.Y.2d 505
Summary
The New York Court of Appeals reversed the Appellate Division and reinstated the workmen's compensation award to Diana Wolfe, holding that a psychological injury caused solely by psychic trauma is compensable under the Workmen's Compensation Law. The Court reasoned that the nature of the injury—psychic rather than physical—does not preclude recovery when the injury is accidental and arises out of employment.