Florida Industrial Commission v. Felda Lumber Co.

BUFORD, C. J.:

On October 16, 1939 D. J. Allen was injured while engaged in the course of his employment. Shortly after the injury Allen died. No alleged dependents filed claim for compensation within one year from date of injury or from date of death of Allen. On October 30, 1942 Florida Industrial Commission advised employer that hearing would probably be held to determine whether or not Allen’s death was caused by the injury. On February 12,1943, an investigation and hearing was conducted by a deputy commissioner for the purpose of determining whether or not the Florida Industrial…