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2014-04-23 |
BRION, J. |
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| In deciding this case, we are not unaware of the doctrine discussed in the case of NFD International Manning Agents, Inc. v. Illescas,[26] where the employee, Esmeraldo Illescas (Illescas), also a seafarer, was ordered to carry 25 fire hydrant caps from the deck to the engine workshop, then back to the deck to refit the caps. While carrying a heavy basketful of fire hydrant caps, Illescas felt a sudden snap on his back, with pain that radiated down to the left side of his hips. He immediately informed the ship captain about his condition, and was advised to take pain relievers. As the pain was initially tolerable, he continued with his work. After a few days, the pain became severe, and Illescas suffered difficulty in walking. | |||||