Hunter v. Patrick Construction Co.

Gregory, Justice:

In this Worker’s Compensation action, the Full Commission reversed the Hearing Commissioner’s award of compensation to the beneficiaries of a deceased employee. The Circuit Court affirmed the Full Commission, and the beneficiaries appeal. We affirm.

The only issue in this appeal is whether the decision of the Full Commission is supported by substantial evidence. Lark v. Bi-Lo, Inc., 276 S. E. 130, 276 S. E. (2d) 304 (1981). The Commission, not this Court, is the fact-finder. It is not within bur province to reverse findings supported by substantial evidence.

Substantial…