A workers’ compensation claim is generally the sole remedy for an employee who suffers a work-related injury. There are, however, a couple of important exceptions in Alabama.
First, an employee can reject workers’ compensation coverage. If an employee rejects coverage before the injury occurs, the employee may be able to pursue a civil lawsuit against the employer.
Second, if an employee is injured through the “willful misconduct” of the employer, the injured employee can file a civil lawsuit against the employer.