Asked by Elizabeth Andrade on Jul 15, 2024

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Which of the following employees would qualify for workers' compensation?

A) An employee with pneumonia
B) An employee who sustained a crushing injury to the leg at work
C) An employee who is having surgery for gallbladder disease
D) An employee who takes insulin for diabetes
E) An employee who is on maternal leave

Workers' Compensation

A form of insurance providing wage replacement and medical benefits to employees injured in the course of employment in exchange for mandatory relinquishment of the employee's right to sue their employer for the tort of negligence.

Crushing Injury

A type of injury where a part of the body is subjected to a high degree of force or pressure, often resulting in compression and significant damage to the area.

  • Gain an understanding of the regulatory and documentation requirements pertaining to employee compensation and taxation.
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Jennifer PamelaJul 16, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Workers' compensation is designed to provide benefits to employees who are injured or become ill as a direct result of their job. In this case, an employee who sustained a crushing injury to the leg at work would qualify for workers' compensation because the injury is work-related.