Orsburn v. Graves

Grieein Smith, Chief Justice.

If appellee is the widow of William Graves, then admittedly she is entitled to an award denied by Workmen’s Compensation Commission; and Associated Indemnity Corporation, as carrier of the risk, must pay. The Commission, in its consideration of facts, found that the relationship of husband and wife did not exist, and then held, as a matter of law, that Act 319 of 1939 did not apply, the term “widow” having been limited” ... to the decedent’s wife living with or dependent for support upon [the employe] at the time of his death.” Circuit Court reversed and ordered…