Conklin v. Hennis Freight Lines, Inc.

VAUGHN, Judge.

' In general, appellants contend that once claimant “rested” his case, the Commission should have decided the case on the basis of the evidence then in the record. Appellants argue that the Commission was without authority to retain jurisdiction and ordered another hearing upon the request of either party, thereby giving claimant a second chance to prove his case.

Appellants have not brought forward argument or referred us to cases that we find persuasive in support of their position.

The Workmen’s Compensation Act should be construed liberally, so that its .benefits are not…