§ 769.04, Fla. Stat. · Chapter 769. HAZARDOUS OCCUPATIONS
Doctrine of “assumption of risk” abrogated.
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Text — 2026 Florida Statutes
The doctrine of “assumption of risk” shall not obtain in any case arising under the provisions of this chapter, where the injury or death was attributable to the negligence of the employer, his or her agents or servants.
Notes and commentary — not statutory text
History
s. 4, ch. 6521, 1913; RGS 4974; CGL 7061; s. 1177, ch. 97-102.
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