Beware of the Danger Ahead: Preventing and Properly Defending Against Waivers of Workers’ Compensation Immunity Understanding Workers’ Compensation Immunity As an employer, ensuring compliance with workers’ compensation laws is crucial. Under Florida Statute § 440.11, employers generally enjoy immunity from lawsuits for workplace injuries, which means that employees cannot sue their employers in civil court for damages if they are covered by workers’ compensation insurance. This immunity is designed to balance the interests of both parties: employees receive guaranteed benefits […]