Jorge, a Forklift Operator for the Retail Chain Hansridges, Was

Jorge, a forklift operator for the retail chain Hansridges, was injured when the fork-lift he was operating toppled over. The forklift was manufactured and maintained by Ionic Machines Inc. As he was covered by workers' compensation insurance, he could recover workers' compensation benefits. However, it was later found that the forklift was not designed to be used to lift as much weight as Ionic Machines claimed it could. Which of the following is Jorge entitled to?

A) sue Hansridges for injuries suffered during employment
B) sue Hansridges for a hazardous work environment
C) sue Ionic Machines for damages
D) not sue anyone as he has already received workers' compensation

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