LEGAL LIABILITY OF WORKPLACE ACCIDENTS AND INJURIES

AUTHOR – JAYASWETHA. J, STUDENT AT THE TAMIL NADU DR. AMBEDKAR LAW UNIVERSITY, SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE IN LAW (SPECIALIZING IN INTERNATIONAL LAW & INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS)

BEST CITATION – JAYASWETHA. J, LEGAL LIABILITY OF WORKPLACE ACCIDENTS AND INJURIES, INDIAN JOURNAL OF LEGAL REVIEW (IJLR), 5 (4) OF 2025, PG. 761-766, APIS – 3920 – 0001 & ISSN – 2583-2344..

Abstract:

Every employee is entitled to a safe and healthy work environment, and each state has established procedures to ensure workers’ safety. Occupational safety measures are in place to create a protective workplace. However, many issues remain unresolved due to the complex nature of workers’ compensation laws and workplace injury regulations. Recently, many organizations have established safety committees to support employees, educate them about their rights to report concerns, seek assistance, and file compensation claims. Although policies may change over time, employers have the fundamental duty to ensure the workplace remains free from health and safety hazards. Employers are responsible for compensating employees for any accidents or injuries that occur in the workplace during their working hours.

Key words: Compensation, workmen’s safety, liability, Employer, and Employee.