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Introduced
02/27/2020
02/27/2020
In Committee
02/27/2020
02/27/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
Concerning waivers in employment contracts
AI Summary
This bill prohibits employment contracts from including waivers, disclaimers, exclusions, or limitations of liability for work-related injuries or deaths. It applies to all employees, as defined in the state workers' compensation law, but excludes independent contractors. Employers who violate this provision will be required to pay a penalty equal to two times the average weekly wage in the state, plus the employee's attorney's fees and costs.
Sponsors (1)
Other Sponsors (1)
Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development (J)
Last Action
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling (on 02/27/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4463 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4463.pdf |
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