Non-fatal Accident

Thomas Nicholson

Durham Miners' Association
Compensation Department

Non-Fatal Cases.

Silksworth. Thomas Nicholson, 65, shifter.

On 4th February, 1921, this man sustained injuries to his left hand through a fall of stone. Full compensation was paid until November, 1921, when he commenced light work, and he continued at such until October, 1925, when he again fell off. Compensation at the reduced rate applicable was continued until 13th November, 1925, when it was stopped on a report of Dr. Todd (the Owners' doctor) who reported on 2nd November, 1925, as follows :—

"He is 69 years of age. I consider that he is quite fit to do work consistent with his age. This case should be referred to Dr. Raw, on behalf of Coal Owners' Association. In my opinion the causes of the workman's present disablement are due to his age."

Dr. Hopper (the man's own doctor) on 4th November, 1925, reported as follows :—

"Present Condition. — Unaltered.

Grounds of Opinion. — Unable to grip with third or fourth fingers of left hand owing to the injury ; is, in my opinion able to do light work."

Nicholson is still off work and now claims full compensation.

Awarded 10/- per week permanent rate.

Source: NEEMARC - Ref: NUMDA/6/1/1/6, Reports of the Compensation Department, Vol VI covering Jan-Dec 1926

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