Casual labourers entitled to workmen's compensation
Madurai, Oct 30 The Madurai bench of the High Court has ruled casual labourers also were entitled to claim damages under workmen's Compensation act of 1923 if it is proved that they were employed for the purpose of employer's trade or business.
Day laborers are organizing to set a minimum hourly rate for their work, improve working conditions and fight unscrupulous contractors.