Supreme Court of Virginia June 12, 1981, Record 790767 (Reese v. Wampler Foods, Inc.)

THOMPSON, J.,

delivered the opinion of the Court.

On July 20, 1975, Kathryn L. Reese sustained injuries to her back while performing duties arising out of and in the course of her employment with Wampler Foods, Inc. (Wampler Foods). Reese’s injuries were subsequently deemed compensable under the Virginia Workmen’s Compensation Act, and she was awarded $68 per week beginning August 5, 1975.