Injured Worker Can't Maintain Products Liability Suit Against Employer

A divided federal appellate court ruled that a worker who collected benefits could not assert products liability and negligence claims against his former employer and the company that manufactured the equipment that caused his injuries. Case: Scott v. Key Energy Services Inc., No. 19-3196, 03/10/2021, published. Facts: Key Energy Services Inc. provides oil and gas pipeline maintenance. Key uses a pipe-handling system that had been manufactured by Hydra-Walk Inc. In 2008, Hydra-Walk merged with Key, and Key emerged as the surviving entity. Hydra-Walk ceased to exist, and Key became the owner...