North Dakota § 49-16-04 - Assumption of risk

Full text of North Dakota North Dakota Century Code § 49-16-04 — Assumption of risk, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 49-16-04. Assumption of risk

In any action brought against any railroad corporation under or by virtue of any of the provisions of this chapter to recover damages for injuries to, or death of, any of its employees, such employee shall not be held to have assumed the risk of the employee's employment in any case where the violation by such railroad corporation of any state or federal statute enacted for the safety of employees contributed to the injury or death of such employee.

Source: official North Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27

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Frequently Asked Questions About North Dakota § 49-16-04

What does North Dakota Century Code § 49-16-04 cover?

Section 49-16-04 ("Assumption of risk") is part of the North Dakota Century Code, the codified statutory law of North Dakota. 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 North Dakota § 49-16-04?

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Is this the official text of North Dakota law?

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