S.C. Code § 42-9-340

Current through 2024 Act No. 120.
Section 42-9-340 - Effect of payment in good faith to junior dependents

Payment of death benefits by an employer in good faith to a dependent subsequent in right to another dependent shall protect and discharge the employer, unless and until such dependent prior in right shall have given notice of his claim. In case the employer is in doubt as to the respective rights of rival claimants, he may apply to the commission to decide between them.

S.C. Code § 42-9-340

1936 (39) 1231; 1942 Code Section 7035-50; 1952 Code Section 72-185; 1962 Code Section 72-185.