Robbins v. Yellow Cab Co.

Appellant sued for damages on account of injuries suffered by her as an invitee on the premises of respondent. As a separate and distinct defense respondent alleged its employment of appellant, her presence on its premises solely by reason of such employment, and “that exclusive jurisdiction lies with the Industrial Accident Commission.” Upon the submission of the cause upon such issue -the- court below held “that the jurisdiction of this case lies solely and exclusively under the provisions of the Workmen’s Compensation Laws and that under section 3601 of the Labor Code . . . plaintiff is…