"going and coming" rule

The "going and coming" rule, typically found in workers compensation and employment law, states that injuries or incidents occurring while an employee is traveling to or from their regular workplace are generally not considered to arise out of the course and scope of employment. This means that such injuries are typically not covered by workers compensation benefits without a recognized exception, such as a special work-related errand, employer-provided transportation, or travel that constitutes part of the employee's job duties.