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Can I charge my employer cost related to illness received from uniform at work?

Can I charge my employer cost related to illness received from uniform at work?

Q: How long can you have scabies without knowing?

Scabies can be present for several weeks before symptoms appear. Typically, it takes about 2 to 6 weeks for a person to notice itching and rash after being infested. During this time, the infestation can still be contagious.

Q: Can scabies live on fabric?

Yes, scabies mites can survive on fabric for a short period. They can live on clothing, bedding, and other materials for up to 72 hours. Washing and drying these items at high temperatures can help eliminate the mites.

Q: Can you wash scabies out of clothes?

Yes, washing clothes and bedding in hot water and drying them on high heat can effectively kill scabies mites. Items that cannot be washed should be sealed in a plastic bag for at least 72 hours to ensure the mites die off.

Q: Can you get scabies from someone you work with?

Yes, scabies can be contracted through direct skin-to-skin contact with an infected individual. It can also spread through shared items like clothing or bedding, making it possible to get scabies from a coworker.

Full question:

I have recieved Scabies from work, and need to know, can I bill them for having to wash all my clothes, blankets and fabric materials? I was not told that the costume I would be wearing had scabies, and then when I reported it, they just turned the other way, and said sorry. Then left. I can't afford to have everything cleaned, and that is the only way I can get rid of the scabies is by treating myself after all my laundry and fabric items are cleaned.

Category: Civil Actions
Date: 04/07/2025
State: California

Answer:

In order to prevail in a negligence lawsuit, a person needs to prove that they are owed a duty of care, the duty was breached, leading to and causing injury. In infestation cases, proof will be required that the infestation wasn't caused by other means and proper care would've prevented it.

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FAQs

Can someone I work with have scabies?

Yes, scabies can be transmitted through close physical contact with an infected person. If a coworker has scabies, they can potentially spread it to others in the workplace. It's important to maintain good hygiene and report any suspected cases to your employer for proper handling.