Section EMP.04.09 — Limitations On Recovery

(a) If the worker has a right to recover compensation under this Ordinance, such compensation shall be the exclusive remedy against the employer, any other worker of the same employer, and the insurer.

(1) This does not limit the right of a worker to bring an action for an assault intended to cause bodily harm or against a co-worker for negligent operation of a motor vehicle not owned or leased by the employer.

(b) A worker shall not recover any amount spent by the worker for medical or other treatment, unless, the worker has reported the injury, filed a claim with the insurer, and:

(1) he or she has requested the employer or insurer to furnish such treatment, or

(2) the nature of the injury required such treatment and the employer or insurer, having knowledge of the injury, neglected to provide or authorize the treatment.