Lewis v. L.B. Dynasty, Inc.

JUSTICE HEARN:

In this case we review the decision of the court of appeals affirming the Workers’ Compensation Commission’s award of benefits to a dancer who was shot while performing at a nightclub. We find the commission’s decision to award $75 per week is not supported by substantial evidence and therefore reverse and remand.

FACTUAL BACKGROUND

Petitioner LeAndra Lewis sought workers’ compensation benefits for injuries she suffered following a shooting in a night club operated by L.B. Dynasty. In a previous opinion, this Court held Lewis was an employee—not an independent contractor—of L.B.…