Jorge,a forklift truck operator for the retail chain Hanes Ridge,was injured when the forklift he was operating toppled over.The forklift truck was designed and manufactured by Ionic Machines,Inc.Jorge received workers' compensation benefits for his injury.It was later determined that the forklift truck was not designed to be used to lift as much weight as Ionic Machines claimed it could.To which of the following legal rights is Jorge entitled?

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Jorge can sue Ionic Machines in civil court for damages since the forklift was not designed to lift as much weight as advertised. He may have a product liability claim against the company for manufacturing a defective product. Workers' compensation benefits typically do not prevent an injured worker from pursuing legal action against a third-party responsible for their injuries. However, in this case, it does not appear that Hanes Ridge or the FLSA are relevant to Jorge's potential legal claims.

Jorge,a Forklift Truck Operator for the Retail Chain Hanes Ridge,was