Worker Can Proceed With Tort Claim Against Foreman

A divided Wyoming Supreme Court partially revived an injured worker’s intentional tort claim against a foreman for allegedly failing to take action to prevent his injury from a pipe-straightening machine.   Case: Ramirez v. Brown, No. S-19-0219, 06/19/2020, published. Facts: Jose Ramirez worked for National Oilwell Varco at a facility in Casper, Wyoming. Elvin Brown was the facility's operations manager, and Bryce Mitchell was the shop foreman. Bill Wartenbee was the company’s regional health, safety and environment representative. Ramirez sustained serious injuries in ...