Arizona § 23-801 - Liability of employer

Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 23-801 — Liability of employer, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 23-801. Liability of employer

To protect the safety of employees in all hazardous occupations in mining, smelting, manufacturing, railroad or street railway transportation, or any other industry, as provided in section 7, article 18 of the constitution, any employer, whether individual, association or corporation, is liable for the death or injury, caused by an accident due to a condition or conditions of such occupation, of an employee in the service of such employer, in a hazardous occupation, in all cases in which the death or injury of the employee is not caused by the negligence of the employee killed or injured.

Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 23-801

What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 23-801 cover?

Section 23-801 ("Liability of employer") is part of the Arizona Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Arizona. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

How do I cite Arizona § 23-801?

A common citation format is "Arizona Revised Statutes § 23-801" (Arizona). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.

Is this the official text of Arizona law?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Arizona official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Arizona attorney.

How does Arizona § 23-801 apply to my situation?

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