Big case vs. small case

If it's a work injury that falls under the Texas Workers' Compensation Act (subscriber to the Act), then you probably don't have many options and...

Workers comp red tape

Contact the Dallas Workers' Compensation Division at (214) 350-9299 to seek assistance from an ombudsman or call a local attorney in your area. ...

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Do we need a workman's comp lawyer

I presume it was a meeting between your husband's treating doctor and the insurance doctor. If so, I suggest that you talk to your husband's...

Work injury

You should report this injury to your employer right away and perhaps get a copy of the accident report they generate for your own records. Then...

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My neck injured at work last year. I claimed and got surgery. Workers comp says my injury was not work related after 1 year.

In Texas, workers' comp insurance companies can do that---doesn't mean it's right or ethical,--- but they do it in some cases. If they initially...

I'm a Sonic carhop and our employer want's to cut most of the carhops that have seniority over others down to $4.00 an hour?

Under the Federal Labor Standards Act, an employer must pay an employee at least minimum wage, which is currently $7.25 per hour. This law applies...

Unemployment is only if you've been fired from work. I believe you should file a workers' comp claim as Texas WC does recognize mental...

Can i file a lawsuit against my place of employment after having been injured while doing my job.?

If you employer is a "subscriber" to the Texas Workers' Comp Act, then the answer is no as the law would not allow you to sue your employer. You...

What can I do if I got hurt on the job and the property owner refuses to pay my medical bills?

Under your scenario, I don't think the homeowner is legally responsible to pay your medical bills even though he said he would. Since you got...

I worked for a company, and started getting hearing loss about 2 years ago. Is it too late to seek legal action?

You may be okay to still put in a claim either with your local workers' comp agency or to file a suit because it's usually when you knew or should...