G.R. No. L-20202 - Herdez vs. Workmen's Compensation Commission

Herdez vs. Workmen's Compensation Commission

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Title Supreme Court: Herdez vs. Workmen's Compensation Commission

Case: G.R. No. L-20202

Decision Date: May 31, 1965

A long-time MERALCO mechanic, Ciriaco Hernandez, claimed compensation for illnesses (tuberculosis, hernia, prostate cancer) contracted during employment, leading to his retirement. The Supreme Court ruled in his favor, affirming compensability under the Workmen's Compensation Act, rejecting MERALCO's appeal, and awarding disability benefits.

mechanic

tuberculosis

compensation

Very Short 8 min

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