Pojęcie wypadku przy pracy w świetle orzecznictwa Sądu Najwyższego

Abstract

The possibility of work accident occurrence is almost an inseparable element of every
professional activity. That is why it is important to regulate this concept properly, both in acts and in
judicial decisions. The legal classification of an event as work accident is primarily important for
affected employees because it enables them to get the right to gain proper benefits. However, it often
happens that decisions in this respect are subject to concern and they are appealed to a common court.
In such cases, the most important judicature line is created by the Supreme Court.
The aim of the article is to present the evolution of the “work accident” concept through
subsequent acts in Poland, but mainly through the focus on judgements announced by the Supreme
Court. A current definition of work accident and its particular elements, which explanation will be
supported by judicial decision, will be discussed in the study.