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Litigation

Jun. 10, 2000

Exclusivity Rules

At Issue: By Deborah Rosenthal In order to curb litigation against employers for on-the-job injuries, California enacted a system of workers' compensation in 1913 that allows injured employees to recover compensation for workplace injuries regardless of liability.

By Deborah Rosenthal
        In order to curb litigation against employers for on-the-job injuries, California enacted a system of workers' compensation in 1913 that allows injured employees to recover compensation for workplace injuries regardless of liability.
        In exchange for this benefit, employees generally may not pursue claims ...

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