Kirkland v. Allcraft Steel Co., Inc.

TOAL, Justice:

In this workers’ compensation matter, South Carolina Electric and Gas Company appeals the circuit court’s decision requiring it to fully satisfy the carrier’s lien. We affirm in part, reverse in part, and remand to the Workers’ Compensation Commission.

Factual/Procedural Background

While making repairs on the premises of his employer Allcraft Steel Company, Joseph Kirkland (“Claimant”) suffered serious permanent injuries when he was electrocuted as he came in contact with an electric wire maintained by appellant South Carolina Electric and Gas Company (“Third Party”). Claimant’s…