Principal Employer Liable To Compensate For Worker's Death Even If He Is Engaged Through Contractor: J&K High Court

The Jammu and Kashmir High Court ruled that under the Employees Compensation Act, a principal employer remains liable for compensation to a worker's family, even if the worker was engaged through a contractor. The judgment emphasizes the principal employer's responsibility for ensuring worker safety and compensation in case of death, regardless of contractual arrangements with a third party. This decision clarifies liability issues under labor laws, reinforcing the protection of workers' rights in subcontracted employment scenarios.