COVID-19 & PPE: Suing Your Employer for Exposure to COVID-19
COVID-19 & PPE: Suing Your Employer for Exposure to COVID-19
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Can You Sue Your Employer If You Were Exposed to COVID-19 at Work?
If you get COVID-19 on the job—and believe it was your employer’s fault—you might be wondering if you can sue for compensation. Most of the time, you’ll be limited to filing a workers’ compensation claim rather than a personal injury lawsuit. But you might have other legal options in some circumstances.
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Can You Get Workers' Compensation Benefits for COVID-19?
As much of the nation returns to work in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, many employees will find themselves at risk of contracting the virus in the workplace. Although responsible employers are providing PPE and instituting strict social distancing and disinfecting procedures, in many workplaces some amount of risk is inevitable.
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PPE FAQs: What Are Your Rights in the Workplace?
If you're returning to work in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic and have questions about your rights, you're not alone. Millions of Americans are wondering whether they're entitled to wear PPE, whether they can stay home from work if they feel unsafe, and whether their employer is allowed to take their temperature or inquire about their medical condition.
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Can Cruise Ship Employees Sue for Lack of Protection From COVID-19?
Unlike most land-based workers, crewmembers and other employees on oceangoing cruise ships can sue their employer if they get COVID-19 because the cruise line didn’t take proper safety precautions.
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Can I Sue My Employer for Not Providing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)?
In response to the coronavirus pandemic, public health officials have advised people to use PPE in nearly every area of life to try to prevent the spread of the virus. That includes in the workplace.