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AMERICAN SAFETY RAZOR COMPANY, et al.
vs.
EMMETT P. HUNTER
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Issues:
Workers' compensation, intoxication, blood alcohol level, post-accident testing.
Case Summary:
American Safety Razor Co. appeals the ruling of a state commission that extends benefits to an injured worker. Emmett Hunter sustained injuries when he fell from a forklift. Afterward, it was determined that Hunter was intoxicated at the time of the accident. The company argues that Hunter's condition at the time of the accident should disqualify him from benefits.
Decision of lower jurisdiction:
The Industrial Commission ruled that the company failed to prove that Hunter's injury was directly linked to his intoxication. The commission noted it was not convinced the accident would not have occurred if Hunter had been sober. The company now appeals.
Outcome:
Hunter wins. The Virginia Court of Appeals affirmed the commission's ruling. The court stated that the company failed to prove that Hunter's condition contributed to the accident.