Texas Workplace Injury Attorneys
Serving Clients Nationwide From Our Texas Offices in Corpus Christi, San Antonio, Austin & Dallas
No one should have to worry about getting hurt on the job. Every employee deserves a safe workplace, and employers should prioritize this.
If you’ve been injured by faulty equipment or if your employer has neglected safety measures, reach out to the Texas work accident law firm of Thomas J. Henry. We’re here to help you access the medical treatment you need and get the justice you deserve.
Hurt in A Workplace Accident?
Our Texas work accident lawyers fight to secure compensation for accident victims and help them get back on their feet. The goal of our law firm is to protect your rights after a work accident and send a message to your employer so the same tragedy does not happen again. Give us a call at 888-314-9945 — our Texas work injury lawyers are available 24/7, nights and weekends to speak with you, answer your questions, and provide a free consultation.
There are certain steps you can take to help preserve your rights as a victim of a workplace accident. By following these guidelines, you can put yourself in a better position to achieve the compensation you deserve for your injuries. If you suffered a work injury, follow these steps:
- Seek immediate medical attention for your injuries.
- Report the injury to your supervisor as soon as possible.
- Be sure your employer makes a written report of the accident.
- Collect names and contact information of any witnesses to the accident.
- Take photos of the accident area, including of any tools or equipment involved in the accident.
- Write a detailed account of how the accident took place.
- Contact an experienced work accident lawyer to discuss your rights as an injured worker.
Expert Witnesses for Your Workplace Injury Case
Retaining the right expert witnesses is one of the most important aspects of advancing your on the job injury case. An expert witness, or judicial expert, is an additional witness with expertise and specialized knowledge in a particular subject that an average person may not have. Experts can provide invaluable expert reports and testimony in court trials and arbitration.
Finding the right expert for your workplace injury case is vitally important. We secure the best expert witnesses from across the country. Before participating in your workplace accident case, each expert we engage with has undergone a thorough examination and questioning. At Thomas J. Henry Law, we have spent a tremendous amount of time selecting the best experts available. In addition, our attorneys are always looking for innovative ways to use experts in on the job accident cases.
If you were hurt on the job, experts used in your personal injury case may include:
- OSHA consultants
- Accident reconstructionists
- Welding experts
- Confined space permit experts
- Engineering experts
- Safety equipment experts
- Occupational and environmental health experts
- Hazardous chemical experts
- Process safety management experts
These experts can provide detailed information about an on the job accident. Because of the experts we use, we can bring in information that many other law firms lack. We use a multitude of expert witnesses, putting our injured clients in the best position possible to achieve the compensation they deserve. The best work injury lawyers will explore every legal option available to get fair compensation for an injured client.
Workers’ Compensation Insurance Is Not Mandatory for Private Employers
Private employers, with the exception of government contractors and subcontractors in Texas, are not required to have workers’ compensation insurance. However, these employers can choose to have workers’ compensation insurance. If an employer fails to have coverage, an injured employee can take legal action directly against that employer.
If your employer does have workers’ compensation insurance, you can file a claim and resolve your dispute through the Division of Workers’ Compensation (DWC).
No-Fault System
Right-to-work states follow a no-fault system in which you are still eligible for compensation even if you contributed to the accident. This also means you cannot directly sue your employer for negligence if they have a workers’ compensation insurance policy.
Benefits Coverage
If your employer has workers’ compensation insurance, the plan can cover medical expenses related to an injury, reimbursement for lost wages and permanent disability benefits if the injury is severe.
Third-Party Lawsuits
While you cannot sue your employer directly if they have workers’ compensation insurance, you can sue a third party if they contributed to your injury. For example, if a contractor or equipment manufacturer caused or impacted your injury, you can sue them directly.
Whether or not you are in a union, our legal team is here to assist with your workplace injury case. If you have a complex workplace injury case or believe your rights have been violated, our Texas workplace injury lawyers will provide guidance and legal representation to help you receive the compensation and justice you deserve. Let us be the name you know and the firm you trust for all your workplace injury case needs.
Why Our Workplace Injury Lawyers in Texas?
Since the creation of Thomas J. Henry Law in 1993, we have become a nationally recognized personal injury practice. Despite our rapid growth, our core business model has remained the same, in which our clients’ satisfaction is a top priority. We conduct all business in a state-of-the-art technological environment, and each of our Texas workplace injury attorneys uses the latest technology to offer remote access to your case.
Our commitment to our clients is clear in the many proven successes we have achieved for them. Over our decades in business, we have helped hundreds of clients with various personal injury cases, and many of the verdicts and settlements we have obtained are in the million or multi-million dollar range. Consider our recent settlements to see the difference our dedicated legal expertise can make.
Contact an Experienced Work Injury Lawyer
If you or a loved one were injured on the job, contact Thomas J. Henry Law. Workplace accident victims deserve quality, dynamic representation from attorneys with the experience and legal resources to properly develop their case. Often, workplace injuries are severe and debilitating and put individuals out of work for an extended period of time.
Our work accident lawyers will take immediate action on your case and make sure you are comfortable and informed throughout the entire legal process. Contact us today for a free case review. Our firm has offices in Corpus Christi, San Antonio, Austin, and Dallas, serving clients across Texas and nationwide.
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Your Workplace Injury Questions Answered
We have straight answers to difficult questions to help you make critical decisions, navigate legal process and help you get justice.
Following a workplace accident, there are always more questions than answers. At Thomas J. Henry, we’re here to answer any questions you have about your injury case.
How can an Expert Witness Help in My Workplace Injury Lawsuit?
Not only are experts essential in finding and retaining evidence at the scene, they can also provide expert analysis of their findings and expert testimony during trial and arbitration.
Thomas J. Henry has spent years finding and building professional relationships with the best expert witnesses from all across the country. Expert witnesses that could benefit your workplace injury lawsuit include:
- Workplace Safety Compliance Experts
- OSHA Consultants
- Hazardous Chemicals Experts
- Ladder Experts
- Process Safety Management Experts
- Occupational and Environmental Health Experts
- Safety Equipment Experts
- Industrial Engineers
- Industrial Accident Re-constructionist
What Should I Do If My Employer Denies My Workers’ Compensation Claim?
If you have been injured on the job and were denied workers’ compensation, contact your employer or its worker’s compensation insurance to make sure all necessary paperwork was received and reviewed. If the denial still refuses your claim you may want to appeal the claim.
Another option is to contact a workers’ comp attorney. Talking to an attorney can help determine whether an appeal is in your best interests or if another course of action is preferable.
Are All On-the-Job Injuries in Texas Covered by Workers’ Compensation?
While workers’ compensation does cover most injuries, even those caused by the employee’s negligence, it is important to note that there are exclusions. For example, injuries that occur while an employee is intoxicated or under the influence of illegal drugs are not covered by workers’ compensation.
Other instances in which workers’ compensation may not imply include:
- Self-inflicted injuries
- Injuries suffered while an employee is committing a crime
- Injuries sustained by an employee while not on a job
- Injuries suffered by an employee acting in a manner that violates company policy
How Do I Determine Who is At-Fault for My Construction Injury?
Generally, a construction site will have several different contractors and employers on-site at any given time. Because of this, it can sometimes be difficult to determine who is liable for your injuries. This is why it is a good idea to get in contact with an experienced construction accident attorney. Not only can an attorney help identify all the entities responsible for your accident and injuries, but they can also help you recover compensation from the entities even if your employer has already begun paying out workers’ compensation.
Some instances in which liability may go beyond your employer are:
- A commercial vehicle operator striking scaffolding, causing fall injuries.
- Electrocution that occurred at an apartment complex with poorly maintained wires.
- Injuries caused by a construction worker being exposed to asbestos at a job site.
- Injuries caused by a defective piece of machinery or equipment.
- Injuries caused by a co-worker who acted negligently while under the influence of a narcotic or alcohol.
How Does Workers’ Compensation Work?
Workers’ compensation is a benefit offered by some employers which helps pay for hospital and medical expenses associated with an injury that was sustained on the job. Workers’ compensation may also provide disability payments if you are unable to work following your injury.
While workers’ compensation does cover most injuries, even those caused by the employee’s negligence, it is important to note that there are exclusions. For example, injuries that occur while an employee is intoxicated or under the influence of illegal drugs are not covered by workers’ compensation.
Other instances in which workers’ compensation may not imply include:
- Self-inflicted injuries
- Injuries suffered while an employee is committing a crime
- Injuries sustained by an employee while not on a job
- Injuries suffered by an employee acting in a manner that violates company policy
Employers often benefit from offering workers’ compensation because it preempts them from being held liable for most on the job injuries. As such, a worker who receives workers’ compensation cannot sue their employer for the injuries they suffered in the workplace.
Why
choose
us?
We help clients across the U.S. with all types of injury cases, including vehicle accidents, slip and falls, wrongful death, product recalls, pharmaceutical cases, mass tort, and more.
Thomas J. Henry offers a “No Fee Promise.” We work on a contingency fee basis which means you do not pay our firm any fees unless and until we win your case. Learn more.
If you’ve been hurt, you may have a damaged vehicle or be unable to work. We can help get you a rental car if your vehicle is damaged and even advance money on qualified cases.
We are committed to your complete recovery. We will work with you to ensure you receive the necessary medical treatment and support for your healing journey.
If you’ve been hurt, you may not be able to come into our offices to speak to an attorney. Don’t worry, we will come to you wherever you are – at home, work, or hospital.
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