Missouri Court of Appeals April 12, 1983, No. WD33284 (Martinez v. Midland Bank & Trust Co.)

WASSERSTROM, Judge.

Rene Martinez died on March 20,1979, as the result of the collapse of a trench in which he was working during the progress of a sewer project. His widow and child collected Workmen’s Compensation death benefits from Gibson & Bowles, Inc. (“Gibson & Bowles”), Martinez’ employer.