Legal Question in Workers Comp in California

Workers' Comp

If an employee was hurt at the work

site, but was not on the clock, does

the employer have to file a claim?

The employee clocked out and then

went upstairs to ask the owner a

personal question. He fell on the

stairs. The employer is paying for

the damage (broken teeth) through

their insurance, but is not sure if

they have to file a workers' comp

claim.


Asked on 4/17/07, 7:14 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Ronald Mahurin Law Offices of Ronald Glenn Mahurin

Re: Workers' Comp

Most likely this will be treated as a work injury, especially if the question related to work. However, you may wish to consult a Personal Injury attorney to make certain no civil claim can be filed.

Fill out a notice of injury form and give it to the employer.

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Answered on 5/01/07, 2:11 pm


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