Yes. Whether you are injured on the job or at work in San Francisco or anywhere in California, the general rules is that you are precluded from filing a lawsuit against your employer if your employer has workers’ compensation insurance (as required by law).
However, there are exceptions to this rule. For instance, if you are injured by the act of a co-worker and his or her actions, that caused your injuries, were beyond the scope of their employment. There is also an exception known as the Dual Capacity Doctrine. This is a legal theory under which you are able to file suit against your employer if the employer manufactures a product that injures you. There are other exceptions to the general rule as well.
The point is, however, if you are injured on the job or at work, regardless of who you believe is at fault, contact a personal injury attorney that can help you understand your rights.
In fact, if you or a member of your family have been injured at work or on the job the San Francisco area or throughout California, call me at (415) 293-8231.
Or you can e-mail me at info@burlisonlaw.com.
