Enochs v. Martin Properties, Inc.

OPALA, Justice.

¶ 1 The critical issue on certiorari is whether there was error in the Court of Civil Appeals’ [COCA] disposition of this case by striking testimony adduced by respondent Bud Martin and directing that, on remand, an award be entered for the claimant. We answer in the affirmative and remand the cause to COCA with appropriate instructions.

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THE ANATOMY OF LITIGATION

¶ 2 Chester Enochs [Enochs or claimant] was employed by Baxter Discount Tire [Baxter Tire] when he sustained injuries by falling off a ladder. Enochs’ Form 3 listed Baxter Tire as the sole respondent. At the hearing on…