QUESTION
Can my brother sue his boss and coworkers who physically attacked him at work?
Asked on Mar 13th, 2013 on Labor and Employment - Texas
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My brother has been an employee for 12 years at his current employer. He was recently attacked by his boss and two other employees. The police came and he was escorted to the hospital in an ambulance. He has minor injuries nothing major.
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Yes, he may sue the ones that hit him, and he may sue the company. Company is liable for what employees do in these situations. Google this: georgia law respondeat superior You may also swear out criminal warrants and have them arrested for the assault. I suggest you go see an attorney before you do anything.
Answered on Mar 14th, 2013 at 2:30 PM
His injuries both physical and mental are covered under worker's compensation because thay are work-related.
Answered on Mar 13th, 2013 at 2:47 PM
Probably, so your brother should contact an attorney to find out his rights.
Answered on Mar 13th, 2013 at 2:47 PM
Bruce A. Coane
Yes.
Answered on Mar 13th, 2013 at 2:46 PM
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Sure, he can sue, but what is the likelihood that he can get anything? It may not be worth the trouble. It may be better to just pursue the criminal action and, hopefully, the attackers will be fired.
Answered on Mar 13th, 2013 at 2:46 PM