Carroll v. E. G. Laughlin & Sons

The appellant, Joe Carroll, made claim under the workmen’s compensation law against E. G. Laughlin and Sons, Inc., and its insurer, for certain injuries. Carroll claimed that he was an employee of E. G. Laughlin and Sons, Inc., hereinafter called appellee. Appellee contended that Carroll was an employee of Tom Richardson, an independent contractor.

The attorney-referee, the workmen’s compensation commission, and the circuit court held that Carroll was an employee of Tom Richardson, and denied the claim.

Appellee operated a lumber manufacturing business. Its raw material consisted of hardwood…