Non-fatal Accident

Michael Loverance

Durham Miners' Association
Compensation Department

Horden. Michael Loverance, 26, hewer.

On 30th July, 1925, this man sustained an injury to his left eye through being struck by a steel wedge. Full compensation was paid until 7th November, 1925, when it was reduced to 6/7 per week. On 11th November, 1925, he commenced light work in the timber yard but had to give it up before the end of the shift. He again tried light work in the timber yard on 23rd November, 1925, and continued at such until 3rd December, 1925, when he again fell off.

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

"Present Condition — The socket of left eye is in good condition. There is conjunctivitis in right eye, and the roots of the right eyelashes are sticking together. He suffers from myopia. He complains of headaches and blurring of vision.

Grounds of Opinion. — He is fit for light work, but of course there is only the one eye which might be easily injured and lost."

Loverance commenced light work at bank on 4th January, 1926, and now claims full compensation for time off.

Awarded full compensation for 5 weeks in settlement.

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

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