Roles Shingle Co. v. Bergerson

On June 24, 1924, Chas. S. Richards sustained accidental personal injuries from which he died four days later. The injury occurred in the course of his employment, and, at the time, both he and his employer were contributors to and subject to the Workman’s Compensation Act.

On July 16, 1924, Bertha Bergerson, a sister of the deceased, filed in the office of the State Industrial Accident Commission a claim for compensation, alleging that she was dependent upon deceased for her support. On October 31, 1924, the Commission denied her claim and notified her thereof by letter of which she…