Relates to civil actions brought by employees

This bill (S 3946) allows employees to directly sue employers in court for violations of workplace safety/health standards or workplace violence, rather than relying solely on government enforcement. Employees can file such lawsuits within three years of the violation, and the time limit is paused (tolled) if they first report the issue to the labor commissioner until the investigation concludes. The court can order remedies like reinstatement, back pay, lost wages, attorney fees, and injunctions against the employer. It directly affects employees seeking redress for safety violations and employers facing potential civil liability. The law takes effect immediately upon enactment.