Lucas v. Research Analysis Corp.

Claimant, Philander T. Lucas, was awarded compensation by the Industrial Commission for an injury sustained while employed by Research Analysis Corporation. On February 22, 1971, he filed a letter application with the Commission alleging a change in his condition and asking for a review of his prior award. Upon a hearing before a deputy commissioner of the Commission the review was denied and the application was dismissed on the ground that claimant had not complied with the requirements of Code § 65.1-99, as amended, since the application was filed more than twelve months from the last day…