Great American Insurance v. Havenner

The question asked by this appeal is whether an employer-insurer can appeal a decision of the Workmen’s Compensation Commission awarding a temporary total dis ability to the claimant. Phrased another way, is an award of temporary total disability a “finál” order within the meaning of Md. Rule B1 a? 1

Before launching into our discussion of the problem, a brief recitation of the factual predicate out of which it arises is helpful.

During the course of his employment by Great American Insurance Company, one of the appellants, 2 the appellee, John L. Havenner, was injured. The mishap occurred on…