Federal and state workers' compensation laws establish procedures for compensating workers who are injured on the job. Which of the following accurately describes an aspect of these laws?

A. Only injuries are covered by workers' compensation, diseases are not.
B. The employee pays the cost of the insurance premium.
C. The injured employee may file other claims, as well as accept workers' compensation.
D. State laws cover workers in Washington, DC and maritime workers.
E. The injured employee can file a claim with the government instead of suing.


Answer: E

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