Legal Question in Personal Injury in California

Workplace Violence

One pregnant employee refused to answer another employee's text message because it is against company policy. The employee was upset and pushed the pregnant employee. Later the pregnant lady went to the hospital via ambulance because of stress caused by the altercation. What are the pregnant employees rights? Can she file suit against the employee and employer?


Asked on 1/02/09, 1:45 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
ARMAN MOHEBAN LAW OFFICES OF ARMAN MOHEBAN

Re: Workplace Violence

She can file criminal and civil charges for assualt and battery against the employee. She also have a worker's compensation claim against the employer, because the battery and stress happened at work and is work-related. Feel free to call us at 213.388.7070 for a free consultation.

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Answered on 1/05/09, 4:06 pm
OCEAN BEACH ASSOCIATES OCEAN BEACH ASSOCIATES

Re: Workplace Violence

Yes. If the employer did not discipline the aggressor. Contact me directly.

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Answered on 1/05/09, 4:29 pm


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