Comp Claim Only Remedy Against Uninsured Employer

An injured worker who decided it was pointless to file a workers' compensation claim against his uninsured employer cannot pursue a tort action, as the employer is still protected by exclusive remedy, the Georgia Court of Appeals ruled. Case: Saxon v. Starr Indemnity & Liability Co., A16A1249, 11/16/2016. Facts: Gregory Saxon worked as a driver's helper delivering ice cream to convenience stores for Talmadge Royal, which did business as Sno Frost. On Nov. 9, 2012, Saxon was in a Royal delivery truck driven by a co-worker when the truck struck the rear of a vehicle stopp...