Old Republic Insurance Co. v. Pruitt

The sole question for determination is whether the full board was authorized to find that the claimant was an employee rather than an independent contractor. The evidence demanded a finding in favor of the claimant. The claimant and Thomson Pipe Line Company, Inc., entered into a contract whereby the claimant was to perform certain construction work and service. The employer and carrier contend that the evidence demanded a finding that the claimant was an independent contractor and not an employee entitled to compensation. A copy of the contract between the claimant and Thomson Pipe Line…