Lee v. . American Enka Corp.

Chapter 120, Public Laws of North Carolina, 1929 (tbe North Carolina Workmen’s Compensation Act), became effective as to all its provisions and for all its purposes on 1 July, 1929. The act since said date has been and, as amended from time to time, is now in full force and effect as tbe law of this State. It was enacted by tbe General Assembly in the exercise of its police power, and is constitutional and valid in all respects. Hanks v. Utilities Co., 204 N. C., 155, 167 S. E., 560; Heavner v. Lincolnton, 202 N. C., 400, 162 S. E., 909; Hagler v. Highway Commission, 200 N. C., 733, 158 S.…