In case of pneumoconiosis, such as silicosis and asbestosis, radiation diseases, and any other generally recognized occupational disease, liability for compensation rests with the employer of the last known exposure.

CREDIT(S)

(July 1, 1980, D.C. Law 3-77, § 11, 27 DCR 2503.)

HISTORICAL AND STATUTORY NOTES

Prior Codifications
1981 Ed., § 36-310.
Legislative History of Laws
For legislative history of D.C. Law 3-77, see Historical and Statutory Notes following § 32-1501.

In case of pneumoconiosis, such as silicosis and asbestosis, radiation diseases, and any other generally recognized occupational disease, liability for compensation rests with the employer of the last known exposure.

CREDIT(S)

(July 1, 1980, D.C. Law 3-77, § 11, 27 DCR 2503.)

HISTORICAL AND STATUTORY NOTES

Prior Codifications
1981 Ed., § 36-310.
Legislative History of Laws
For legislative history of D.C. Law 3-77, see Historical and Statutory Notes following § 32-1501.