Bletter v. Harcourt, Brace & World, Inc.
Supreme Court of New York
290 N.Y.S.2d 59 (1968)
Relevant factsFree
Textbook editor Bletter (plaintiff) fell and injured himself attempting a spontaneous dance move while walking back from the company cafeteria with coworkers, explaining he did it out of happiness with his job. The Workmen's Compensation Board awarded him benefits, and his employer, Harcourt (defendant), appealed, arguing the injury did not occur in the course of his employment.
IssueFree
Whether an employee can be awarded workers' compensation benefits for an injury sustained while engaging in reasonable workplace horseplay.