Posted By David A Jones
Hi,
Does anyone know if there is an equivalent in the Republic of Ireland of the the UK Employers Liability (Compulsory Insurance) Act?

If so, what is it?

thanks
David

Posted By Phil Grace
Just to add a couple of points to clarify Martin's response.

Employers' Liability is all about civil law! Its purpose is to ensure that the injured employee receives just and fair compensation in the event that they are injured whilst at work (or made ill through work). It prevents the employer winding up the business and so avoiding their responsibilities.
In the UK EL has been made compulsory - employers have to purchase it.
EL exists in the RoI but is not compulsory - but it is my understanding that uptake is very high, almost 100%.
So not a lot of difference to the UK then...!!!

Finally - it should be remembered that an employee claiming under civil law can base their allegations on negligence and (where it is permitted) on breach of statutory duty.