By Mason Rashtian
California labor laws state that if
you are injured during the course
and scope of your employment,
your only remedy is to receive workers’
compensation benefits. However, there
are exceptions to this rule.
One exception is if your employer
does not carry workers’ compensation
insurance, then you can file a lawsuit
against your employer for compensation
of your medical bills and pain and
suffering. Another exception is if your
injuries are caused by the carelessness of
a third party who is not your employer
or a co-employee, then you can file a
lawsuit against the third party in addition
to receiving workers’ compensation
benefits. Below are classic examples:
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