Worker Who Got Benefits From Government Contractor Can't Pursue Civil Suit

A federal appellate court ruled that an injured worker who received benefits from his employer, a government contractor, could not pursue a civil suit for damages against the government as well. Case: Williams v. U.S., No. 24-2408, 10/06/2025, unpublished. Facts: Troy Williams worked for RSD, a U.S. Postal Service contractor. He suffered injuries at work because of the alleged negligence of USPS workers. Procedural history: Williams filed suit against the U.S. government, asserting a claim under the Federal Tort Claims Act. The FTCA waives the government’s sovereign immunity in ...