Non-fatal Accident

Thomas Alderson

Durham Miners' Association
Compensation Department

Sherburn House. Thomas Alderson, hewer.

On 29th December, 1925, this man had his leg fractured through a fall of stone. Full compensation was paid until 15th October, 1926, when it was reduced to 7/6 per week out a report of Dr. Todd (the Owners’ doctor) who reported on 28th September, 1926, as follows :—

"I have examined T. Alderson, workman at Sherburn House Pit, and hereby certify that he is now fit for light work following injury to Right Femur, 29th December, 1925. The movements are quite good."

Dr. Harrison (the man’s own doctor) on 4th October, 1926, reported as follows :—

"Present Condition. — There is about 1½ inches shortening of the affected limb and considerable callus formation in the region of the fracture. Movement of the knee is now normal. He walks without the aid of a stick and with a very slight limp.

Grounds of Opinion. — I am of opinion that he is now able to do light work, but is not yet fit to do heavy work (hewing) which he was doing at the time of his accident."

No suitable light work has been offered and Alderson now claims full compensation.

Awarded compensation at the reduced rate of 10/- per week.

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

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