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Question
When can an insured individual receive compensation for a work-related injury?

An insured individual is entitled to receiving compensation for a work-related injury, with exception to the following:
§An insured intentionally injures him/her self
§The injury occurred due to an obscene and intentional misconduct by the insured; e.g. an act carried out by the injured individual under the influence of alcohol, narcotics or psychotropic substances
§An intentional breach of the safety instructions displayed in clear locations at the workplace

Please note that the above occurrences must be proven through a detailed investigative report in agreement with relevant parties.