A Socio-Legal Study on the Presumption and Rebuttal of Occupational Diseases in Germany

April 30, 2026The Journal of labor law

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This research aims to analyze the presumption of occupational diseases under German law and its implications for workers' compensation processes.
In-depth analysis of German labor laws and social legal frameworks regarding occupational diseases.
Examination of causal inference principles within current workers' compensation regulations.
Comparison of domestic and international practices in occupational disease recognition.
Identified significant gaps in the legislative framework for presuming occupational diseases, leading to burdens on injured workers.
Proposed theoretical structuring to shift the burden of proof in occupational disease cases, facilitating quicker compensation processes.
Emphasized the need for clear legislative guidelines on causal inference to enhance fairness in the claims process.

Socio-legal study explores occupational disease presumption and procedural simplification in Germany, indicating implications for worker protection.

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Youngmi Kim (2026) studied this question.

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