Ball v. C.D.W. Enterprises, Inc.

Opinion

WILLIS, J.

Joseph G. Ball appeals the order of the Virginia Workers’ Compensation Commission * terminating his right to ■further compensation from C.D.W. Enterprises, Inc. (the employer) and Commercial Union Insurance Company (the insurer) because of his settlement of his claim against third parties allegedly liable for the injuries which gave rise to the compensation award. He contends (1) that his action did not unilaterally deprive the employer and insurer of their statutory right to receive reimbursement from third parties, (2) that the evidence did not show that his settlement was…