Cornell v. Western and Southern Life Ins. Co.

Having reviewed the competent evidence of record, the Full Commission finds that it is without jurisdiction to hear this case and dismisses this appeal pursuant to N.C.G.S. § 97-85.

Based on the competent evidence of record, the Full Commission makes the following findings of facts relevant to the jurisdiction to hear the appeal from Deputy Commissioner Ford's Opinion and Award:

1. Deputy Commissioner Ford filed his Opinion and Award in this claim on November 29, 2001, at which time it was served on counsel of record for the parties;

2. Defendants filed their notice of appeal from Deputy…