Federal Surety Co. v. Scott

This suit involves the right of J. S. Scott, appellee, to recover compensation under the Workmen's Compensation Law (Rev.St. 1925, arts. 8306-8309) for accidental injuries received in the course of an alleged employment by the Gulf Mortgage Company, a subscriber, insured by Federal Surety Company, appellant.

The suit was by appellant to set aside an award for compensation, made by the Industrial Accident Board in favor of appellee at the rate of $20 per week for 200 weeks, less attorney's fee in favor of White Yarborough, his attorneys.

Appellee answered, and in a cross-bill also sought to set…