Author Question: Prior to the passage of workers compensation laws, all of the following common law defenses could be ... (Read 38 times)

EAugust · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

Prior to the passage of workers compensation laws, all of the following common law defenses could be used by employers to avoid financial responsibility for work-related injuries EXCEPT

A) contributory negligence.
B) the fellow-servant doctrine.
C) assumption of the risk.
D) employer liability laws.

Question 2

Which of the following statements about benefits provided by workers compensation programs is true?

A) Occupational disability and nonoccupational disability are covered.
B) Death benefits and benefits to eligible survivors are payable if a worker is killed on the job.
C) Medical benefits are usually subject to deductibles, coinsurance, and numerous exclusions.
D) Retirement benefits are payable to retired workers through workers compensation.