Betty is required to leave the company premises in order to run an errand for her employer. She has an accident on the way and is injured. In this scenario, which of the following statements is true under workers' compensation laws?

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Workers' compensation would cover Betty for injuries sustained during the course of running the errand, even if she is not on the company premises at the time of the accident. The coverage extends to employees while they are performing duties for their employer, regardless of location or time. This is known as the "course and scope of employment" rule. However, if the injury was caused by Betty's own negligence or violation of company policy, it may not be covered under workers' compensation.

Betty Is Required to Leave the Company Premises in Order