J. P. Price Lumber Co. v. Daniels

David Newbern, Judge.

The question on this employment security benefits appeal is whether the board of review’s decision in favor of the employee may be sustained in view of the fact that the employee declined to appear or otherwise present evidence to the appeals tribunal or board of review, and the employer presented substantial evidence in support of its position. The holding in favor of the appellee-employee was based upon his statement which was made to a local employment security agency when he filled out a claims worksheet. We hold that statement may not be considered substantial…