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?

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Jorge can sue Ionic Machines for damages as they manufactured and maintained the faulty forklift that caused his injury. However, he cannot sue Hansridges as they are covered by workers' compensation insurance and he has already received benefits from that.

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