LOZANO v. FRANK DELUCA CONSTRUCTION


842 A.2d 156 (2004)

178 N.J. 513

Porfirio A. LOZANO, Petitioner-Appellant, v. FRANK DELUCA CONSTRUCTION, Respondent-Respondent.

Supreme Court of New Jersey.

Decided March 10, 2004.


Attorney(s) appearing for the Case

Raquel Romero, Elizabeth, argued the cause for appellant (Ms. Romero, attorney; Stephen G. Marshall, on the brief).

David P. Kendall argued the cause for respondent (Francis T. Giuliano, Ramsey, attorney; Mr. Kendall and Mr. Giuliano, on the brief).


Justice ZAZZALI delivered the opinion of the Court.

In this workers' compensation case, we consider whether the phrase "recreational or social activities" as used in the Workers' Compensation Act encompasses activities that, although recreational or social in nature, are compelled by the employer.

While in the employ of a mason contractor, petitioner sustained an injury when he attempted to drive a go-cart on the...

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