Draper Tobias Rodriguez

Draper Tobias Rodriguez

also known as Toby Rodriguez

5.0
Rating: 9.3

Licensed for 22 years

Workers compensation Lawyer at Lubbock, TX
Practice Areas: Workers Compensation, Personal Injury

4920 South Loop 289, Suite 103A, Lubbock, TX

About Draper

Biography

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Workers Compensation 75%

Representing Injured workers at all levels of the Texas Department of Insurance-Division of Workers' Compensation including medical and income benefit issues.

22 years | 2,000 cases

75%
Personal Injury 25%

Representing injured parties whose injuries were the result of someone's negligent actions; whether they be automobile accidents, slip and falls or the like.

22 years

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 90 minutes


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Licenses

Licensed in Texas for 22 years

State: Texas

Acquired: 2003

Eligible to Practice in Texas

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Miller & Bicklein P C

4920 South Loop 289, Suite 103A, Lubbock, TX, 79414

Law Offices of Miller & Bicklein

500 Chestnut, Suite 213, Abilene, TX, 79602

Law Offices of Miller & Bicklein

1330 East 8th Street, Suite 410, Odessa, TX, 79761

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Draper Tobias Rodriguez's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

3 Client Reviews

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Posted by Zack | October 5, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Draper is your FIRST and ONLY call!

“THE” only Workers Comp attorney you should know. Draper DEFINITELY sets the bar in his industry. I hired Draper in 2016 for a Workers Comp claim. He has been on this case now for over a year and literally has guided me in every aspect. He was and is still my advocate. If you want a lawyer that keeps... open lines of communication this is your guy!! I have never once had an issue with getting a return phone call or email and his response time is even more impressive. Even though he has had my case for 15+ months now I still get the feel that my case is very important. Draper is very knowledgeable with what he does and I am so thankful I found him!! So whatever you do make sure Draper is your first call! Don’t make the mistake of calling him after you realize that your current council isn’t making the cut. His office gives risk free consultations so this should be a no brainer. Take my advice, this is your guy! I should know, he won my case!

Posted by kilgore | July 31, 2014

5 star TOP NOTCH workers comp attorney !

After early denial and very poor action from first attorney chris lee from leticia gonsalez firm (didnt even show for brc and failed to inform me he cancelled yet charged me office visits i never made and cancelled my brc without my consent or notifying me i found out 4 months later) i can only tell ...you my case was more than severely damaged,so i tried ombudsman which only made matters worse,much worse . I was so far behind the 8 ball with a 19 day deadline till contested case hearing when i desperately searched for an excellent attorney with skills in contested case hearings ..mind you many advertise they can help you buy once you mention these type severities or problems at this point,they want off the phone so quick they almost hang up chokin on their inaddequicies,and you will be quick to hear most say they dont handle contested case hearings . They just arent the real deal trial hardened type such as " Toby" Draper Rodriguez ! He worked so hard to obtain all my records and files from all the numerous places and Dr. In less than 10 days and was up to par and so far ahead of the game on our hearing day I was convinced of the very confident feeling i had on day one of hiring him and following my first consultation. I left his office with the first glimpse of hope i had to this point since the injury and all the anguish and pain and unknowing uncertainty started.Toby breathed life back into me ..that moment alone was priceless in comparison to how it feels to be losing your career and livelyhood and material things etc. Then the day came and Draper slayed them ..i mean he was a calculated assassin of delivering his knowledge which i might add he is a walking text book of knowledge concerning all matters of the workers comp laws and procedures . Incredible vast knowledge! He also has ability to read people and get on your level so you dont feel at all like the little man or confused . I highly recomend "Toby" Draper Rodriguez for any of your litigation matters . We whooped them that day! Thank you so much Toby! Words will never express how greatfull I am to have you on my side working that hard for my rights and what I am entitled to as humane ! Client as of may 19th 2014 and for life !!

Posted by anonymous | October 24, 2013

Couldn't Be Happier!

I was struck at a stop light by a driver who was high, had no license and was in an automobile that wasn't registered in his name. He totaled my car, and struck several more along the way. I clearly took the brunt of the impact. Despite having run into a lack of coverage initially and a denial by ...the insurance carrier, Toby kept on the insurance carrier until they accepted liability for the claim. He was able to settle the matter for much more than I had anticipated. He took care of my PIP claim and negotiated reductions of my medical payments such that I was able to put a substantial amount of money in my pocket. He did this professionally, always let me know what the status of the matter was, did so in a quick manner after I had finished treating, and was reasonable with the amount he charged. It was a pleasant experience to have an attorney who treated me like a friend and not just another client. I would highly recommend this attorney for any personal injury work in the future.

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Draper Tobias Rodriguez's Lawyer Endorsements

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Brian Torba

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 20

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Draper is a very knowledgeable attorney with a clear desire to help those in need of the best possible legal representation. If you are injured and have a claim in his area, you would be well served by seeking his consult."

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Hovanes Margarian

Unknown lawyer | Mar 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Joe Anderson

Workers compensation lawyer | Nov 21

Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter

"I endorse this lawyer. He is one of the best I have had the pleasure to square off against. A formidable opponent and gentlemen."

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Dmitriy Shakhnevich

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 28

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Robert von Dohlen

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 27

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Richard Geller

Unknown lawyer | Sep 16

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I strongly endorse Draper. Highly respected in the legal community with an outstanding reputation for client advocacy and dedication."

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John Ralls

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 22

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this talented and knowledgeable attorney, who is well-respected in the legal community."

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | Jun 02

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Draper. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Sean Cleary

Personal injury lawyer | May 19

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community."

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Daniel Morris

Workers compensation lawyer | Apr 23

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I have lectured with Attorney Rodriguez at the annual Texas Workers' Compensation seminar. I have always found him to be professional and knowledgeable in regards to workers comp claims."

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John O'Brien

Personal injury lawyer | Apr 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. A highly skilled and respected lawyer in the legal community."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Oct 24

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Sommer Walker

Workers compensation lawyer | Oct 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Alan Tysinger

Workers compensation lawyer | Oct 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"A good workers' comp case can turn bad in a hurry if you don't have the right lawyer on your side. So don't wait for the insurance to start jerking you around. If you have a workers' comp case in west Texas, you need to hire Toby Rodriguez. He has years of experience and not only knows the law, but is liked and respected by judges, defense lawyers, and insurance adjusters all alike. Despite his friendly demeanor, he means business and will do what it takes to get the best results for his clients."

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Gregory Kish

Workers compensation lawyer | Oct 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Draper "Toby" is a straight shooting attorney that works hard to get results for his clients. I rely on Toby's expertise in workers compensation law and refer clients to him knowing that they will be well taken care of."

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Daniel Morris

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Christian Lassen

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Experience

Rating:  9.3 (Superb)

Honors

2016

Avvo top Contributor, Avvo.com

2015

AVVO rated Excellent Workers' Compensation Attorney, Avvo.com

2015

AVVO top contributor Workers' Compensation and Personal Injury, avvo.com

2014

Avvo Top Contributor Workers' Compensation & Personal Injury, avvo.com

2013

2013 Top Contributor Workers' Compensation and Personal Injury, avvo.com

1998

Park and Wilson Scholarship for Outstanding Writer, McMurry University

Work Experience

2004 - Present

Managing Attorney, The Law Offices of Miller & Bicklein

Associations

2022 - Present

Llano Estacado Chapter Quail Forever #3231

Treasurer

2022 - Present

Llano Estacado Chapter Quail Forever #3231

Treasurer

2004 - Present

State Bar of Texas, Workers' Compensation

Member

2004 - Present

Lubbock County Bar Association

Member

2003 - Present

State Bar of Texas

Member

2023 - 2023

South Plains Girls Softball Association

Assistant Coach

2019 - 2019

Lubbock Coooper Little League

Assistant Coach

2017 - 2022

Llano Estacado Chapter Quail Forever #3231

At-Large Board Member

2012 - 2023

Girl Scouts of America

Volunteer

2003 - 2014

Texas Young Lawyers Association-Lubbock

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Claimant suffered injury, entitled to Temporary Income Benefits; MO-18287315-01

Claimant suffered a compensable injury and entitled to Temporary Income Benefits

Claimant shows Carrier dispute of extent, MMI, and IR; Claimant awarded SIBs-15100533-01

Claimant retained his extent of injury, MMI date, IR, Carrier waived all disputes, and Claimant entitled to Supplemental Income Benefits

Death Benefits payable to spouse and grandson; 17274083-01

Grandson entitled to Death Benefits as a dependent and wife of Decedent entitled to Death Benefits as spouse.

TDI-DWC Docket No. 13-126938-01

Beneficiary is entitled to the Death Benefits

Texas Workers' Compensation Appeals Panel Decision 110391

Hearing Officer found the compensable injury was not a cause of the death; however, the Carrier had waived their right to dispute the Death benefits and thusly the spouse and the decedent's dependent child were entitled to Death benefits.

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Education

2003

Texas Tech University School of Law

Doctorate of Jurisprudence

1999

McMurry University

BA - Bachelor of Arts

N/A

University of Guanajuato

Speaking Engagements

2023

Workers' Compensation Law 101

Medical Benefits

2018

Advanced Workers' Compensation Law Course/Best of Advanced Workers Compensation 2018: Top Rated Presentations Oh My MMI!

2013

Handling Your First (or next) Workers' Compensation Case Overview of Benefits

2007

Business Law

Overveiw of Texas Workers' Compensation

Publications

2023

State Bar of Texas Medical Benefits

2018

State Bar of Texas Oh My, MMI!

2013

Handling Your First (or next) Workers' Compensation Case Overview of Benefits

2003

The Encyclopedia of American Military HIstory McKenzie, Ranald S.

Languages

English

Spanish

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