Jim, a 23-year-old factory worker, was seriously injured when a hammer fell on his head while he was at his workstation. Jim did not have his safety helmet on at the time of the accident even though the factory's safety rules mandate the use of safety helmets at all times. In this scenario, which of the following is most likely to be true of Jim?

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Jim will likely receive workers' compensation regardless of whether or not he was responsible for the injury, as this is the purpose of workers' compensation. However, he may not be able to claim additional Social Security benefits or wages unless he can prove negligence on the part of the company. He also may not receive a severance payment, as this is typically only given in cases of voluntary separation from employment.

Jim, a 23-Year-Old Factory Worker, Was Seriously Injured When a Hammer