The Employers Liability Act, 1938

This edition of?The Employers Liability Act, 1938?(Act 24 of 1938), updated up to 2026, provides the complete and authentic text of the legislation governing the liability of employers for personal injuries sustained by workers in the course of employment. It presents the bare statutory provisions in a clear and accessible format, making it an essential reference for students, practitioners, and professionals engaged in labor and industrial relations.

The Act outlines key provisions related to:
? The extent and nature of employer liability for work-related injuries
? Exceptions and defences available to employers under specified circumstances
? Rights of employees to claim compensation
? The relationship between this Act and other labor welfare legislations
? Procedures for enforcement and recovery of claims

This 2026 edition is particularly suitable for:
? Law students and AIBE aspirants studying labor and employment laws
? Legal practitioners and consultants dealing with industrial injury and compensation cases
? HR professionals and employers seeking compliance with statutory obligations
? Labor officers, inspectors, and academicians focusing on industrial jurisprudence

Published by Commercial Law Publishers (India) Pvt. Ltd., this?Bare Act with short comments?provides an accurate and updated presentation of The Employers Liability Act, 1938, serving as a concise yet authoritative legal reference for academic study and professional practice.