Littlejohn v. Earle Industries

Frank Holt, Associate Justice.

This is a workmen’s compensation case and the sole issue is whether there is any substantial evidence to support the Commission’s finding that the claim was controverted to such an extent that the appellees, the employer and insurance carrier, are liable for appellant’s attorney’s fee. The circuit court reversed the Commission’s finding that the claim -was controverted and that appellees are liable for an attorney fee. The claimant has appealed.

It is appellant’s contention there is substantial evidence to support the Commission’s finding that the claim was…