State Employee Can't Proceed With Civil Claims for Injuries From Workplace Attack

The Oregon Court of Appeals ruled that a state employee could not proceed with civil claims against his employer for his alleged injuries from being attacked at work. Case: Dumanovskiy v. Oregon Youth Authority, No. 1136, 12/31/2025, published. Facts: Samson Dumanovskiy worked for the Oregon Youth Authority. He alleged that he was attacked by two youths in OYA custody who were attempting to steal his keys to free another inmate and escape. Dumanovskiy sustained cuts to his face and lip, for which he later received medical attention. He also filed a workers’ compensation clai...