Ammons v. Z. A. Sneeden's Sons, Inc.

This case presents the question whether failure of the claimant to notify the Industrial Commission of a change in condition within 12 months from settlement deprives the Commission of jurisdiction; or whether the delay is intended as a bar to further proceedings. This Court, considering G.S. 97-47, held in Lee v. Rose’s, 205 N.C. 310, 171 S.E. 87: “The statute is plain and unambiguous, and no reason occurs why it should not be enforced according to the plain provisions.” What if there is good reason? Suppose an injured employee is under disability and cannot give notice?

The period within…