Tharpe v. G. E. Moore Co.

Brailsford, Justice.

In this workmen’s compensation case, the sole issue is whether W. L. Tharpe, the clamant’s intestate, was an employee of G. E. Moore Company, Inc., when he sustained a fatal, work-connected injury on October 7, 1966, or whether, instead, he was an independent contractor. The South Carolina Industrial Commission, affirming the hearing commissioner by three to two decision, concluded that Tharpe was an employee. The circuit court reversed. The issue is jurisdictional, and the conclusion of the Commission is subject to judicial review even though supported by evidence. Marlow…