Guam § 9106 - Exclusiveness of Liability.
Full text of Guam Guam Code Annotated § 9106 — Exclusiveness of Liability., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 9106. Exclusiveness of Liability.
The liability of an employer prescribed in § 9104 shall be
exclusive and in place of all other liability of such employer to
the employee, his legal representative, husband or wife, parents,
dependents, next of kin, any and all third party claimants who
may generally possess a claim for contribution among joint
tortfeasors against the employer, or anyone otherwise entitled to
recover damages from such employer at law or in admiralty on
account of such injury or death; provided that, if an employer
fails to secure payment of compensation as required by this Title,
an injured employee or his legal representative, in case death
results from the injury, any elect to claim compensation under
this Title, or to maintain an action at law or in admiralty for
damages on account of such injury or death. In such action, the
defendant may not plead as a defense that the injury was caused
by the negligence of a fellow servant, nor that the employee
assumed the risk of his employment, nor that the injury was due
to the contributory negligence of the employee.
Frequently Asked Questions About Guam § 9106
What does Guam Code Annotated § 9106 cover?
Section 9106 ("Exclusiveness of Liability.") is part of the Guam Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of Guam. 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 Guam § 9106?
A common citation format is "Guam Code Annotated § 9106" (Guam). 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 Guam law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Guam official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Guam attorney.
How does Guam § 9106 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Guam can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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