Our Texas Non-Subscriber Work Injury Attorney Can Fight for Your Fair Compensation
Were you injured on the job in Texas? Your path to recovery starts here. Dallas work injury lawyer Warren Armstrong can help you navigate your work injury case and fight for fair compensation if your employer is a non-subscriber who has opted out of the workers’ compensation program.
Texas Work Injury Claim Options
Workers' compensation is an insurance program regulated by the state that provides compensation for medical bills and some lost wages for workers injured on the job. Texas does not require private employers to carry workers' compensation insurance. This unique approach creates two distinct paths for injured workers:
- Workers' compensation claims for employees of subscribing companies
- Non-subscriber cases for those working for companies that opt out of workers' compensation
Understanding which category your case falls into is critical. It determines your legal options, potential compensation, and the type of lawyer you need.
Workers' Compensation Claims
When your employer subscribes to workers' compensation insurance, you don't need to prove your employer was negligent to receive benefits.
A workers' comp attorney typically represents employees in cases where their employers carry workers' compensation insurance. These cases usually involve helping injured workers navigate the workers' compensation system to secure benefits for medical expenses, lost wages, and disability without needing to prove the employer's fault.
Non-Subscriber Cases
If your employer doesn't provide workers' compensation insurance, they are referred to as a non-subscriber. If you are hurt at work, and your employer is a non-subscriber, you can sue them directly if their negligence contributed to your injury.
A non-subscriber work injury attorney represents employees whose employers do not carry workers' compensation insurance. These cases often require proving employer negligence or fault, making them more complex. Non-subscriber attorneys focus on obtaining full compensation for damages, including pain and suffering, which are not typically covered under standard workers' compensation claims.
The approaches and legal strategies of these two types of lawyers differ significantly, reflecting the specific types of claims they handle.
Your Next Steps After a Work Injury in Texas
You may be entitled to compensation if you are injured on the job. To protect your rights and potential compensation, take the following steps:
- Seek medical attention. Your health comes first. It is essential to get proper medical care for your injury and keep documentation to use as evidence.
- Report the injury. Notify your employer about the incident and follow their reporting procedures.
- Gather evidence. Gather evidence, such as witness contact information and photos of the work accident scene. Write down any details related to the incident while it is still fresh in your memory.
- Determine your employer's status. If you do not already know, find out if your company subscribes to workers' compensation or is a non-subscriber.
- Consult a work injury lawyer. Reach out to a Texas work injury lawyer who can provide guidance on your legal options. Your lawyer can determine whether you have a workers’ compensation or work injury claim.
Compensation Available for Workplace Injuries
Armstrong Law is here to support you if you’ve been injured on the job in Texas and your employer is a non-subscriber. Attorney Warren Armstrong focuses exclusively on non-subscriber cases.
Don’t let uncertainty about your legal options prevent you from pursuing compensation. We’ll review your case, clarify your rights, and guide you through the next steps toward recovery.
You may be eligible to receive compensation for the following:
- Medical expenses. This includes the cost of any medical treatment, surgery, therapy, rehabilitation, or medications needed after your workplace injury. Compensation isn’t limited to immediate expenses. It can also cover future medical costs like long-term care or multiple surgeries.
- Lost income. Lost income covers the income you’ve missed due to your injury. This can include past and future wages, benefits, and compensation for the loss of earning capacity if you cannot return to work.
- Pain and suffering. A workplace injury can be a traumatic experience. Compensation for physical pain and emotional suffering is determined based on the severity of your injury and its impact on your overall quality of life.
While each non-subscriber work injury case is unique, our commitment to securing the best outcome for our clients remains our goal. Read the case results on our website to learn more about the outcomes we have achieved for our clients and how we can do the same for you.