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33 U.S.C. § 920

Title 33 Chapter 18 Current through PL 119-73 Last updated: March 29, 2026 View on OLRC →
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§ 920. Presumptions

In any proceeding for the enforcement of a claim for compensation under this chapter it shall be presumed, in the absence of substantial evidence to the contrary—

  • (a) That the claim comes within the provisions of this chapter.
  • (b) That sufficient notice of such claim has been given.
  • (c) That the injury was not occasioned solely by the intoxication of the injured employee.
  • (d) That the injury was not occasioned by the willful intention of the injured employee to injure or kill himself or another.

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