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also known as Toby Rodriguez
Mr. Rodriguez atteneded McMurry University in Abilene, Texas where he obtained a Bachelor of Arts degree with a double major in English/Writing and History as well as a minor in Political Science in 1999.
Upon completion of his degree Mr. Rodriguez attended Texas Tech University School of Law. While at Texas Tech, Mr. Rodriguez did take advantage of a study abroad program for which he lived in Guanajuato, Mexico for the summer studying Mexican Business Law and NAFTA. Upon completion of the requirements for the degree, Mr. Rodriguez was awarded his Doctorate of Jurisprudence in 2003. He likewise took and passed the Texas State Bar the same year.
Since being licensed Mr. Rodriguez has been his firm's managing attorney in Lubbock office. Likewise, Mr. Rodriguez and his firm have recently opened an office in Abilene for which Mr. Rodriguez is the managing attorney as well. Mister Rodriguez has represented Claimant's in the Amarillo, Lubbock, Midland, Abilene, San Angelo, San Antonio and Fort Worth field offices of the Texas Department of Insurance-Division of Workers' Compensation (formerly the Texas Workers' Compensation Commission). He has represented Claimants in other states such as Ohio, Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Louisianna, who required assistance with their Texas Workers' Compensation claims. Mister Rodriguez has represented Claimants before all levels of the Texas Department of Insurance-Division of Workers' Compensation resolving both medical and indemnity benefit issues, County and District courts of the state, State Appellate courts, and Federal District Courts.
Mister Rodriguez has focused most of his legal work on Texas Workers' Compensation claims; however, he and his firm provide services for a multitude of issues and also specialize in representing persons who were injured due to the negligence of another party; including but not limited to automobile accidents, slip and falls, and products liabilities. In addition, the firm excells at resolving the complex issues which will arise when a client has both a Workers' Compensation claim as well as a third party claim/lawsuit against a negligent party.
Mister Rodriguez has been selected to speak on Workers' Compensation issues, and most recently has been asked to speak at a State Bar of Texas continuing legal education seminar on Workers' Compensation issues.
Mister Rodriguez resides in Lubbock with his wife and two children, is an avid reader, published historian, and outdoorsman who enjoys the shooting sports.
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4920 South Loop 289, Suite 103A, Lubbock, TX, 79414
500 Chestnut, Suite 213, Abilene, TX, 79602
1330 East 8th Street, Suite 410, Odessa, TX, 79761
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Posted by Zack | October 5, 2017 | Hired Attorney
“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...
Posted by kilgore | July 31, 2014
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 ...
Posted by anonymous | October 24, 2013
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 ...
"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."
"I endorse this lawyer. He is one of the best I have had the pleasure to square off against. A formidable opponent and gentlemen."
"I strongly endorse Draper. Highly respected in the legal community with an outstanding reputation for client advocacy and dedication."
"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."
"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."
"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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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
2004 - Present
Managing Attorney, The Law Offices of Miller & Bicklein
2022 - Present
Llano Estacado Chapter Quail Forever #3231Treasurer
2022 - Present
Llano Estacado Chapter Quail Forever #3231Treasurer
2004 - Present
State Bar of Texas, Workers' CompensationMember
2004 - Present
Lubbock County Bar AssociationMember
2003 - Present
State Bar of TexasMember
2023 - 2023
South Plains Girls Softball AssociationAssistant Coach
2019 - 2019
Lubbock Coooper Little LeagueAssistant Coach
2017 - 2022
Llano Estacado Chapter Quail Forever #3231At-Large Board Member
2012 - 2023
Girl Scouts of AmericaVolunteer
2003 - 2014
Texas Young Lawyers Association-LubbockMember
Claimant suffered a compensable injury and entitled to Temporary Income Benefits
Claimant retained his extent of injury, MMI date, IR, Carrier waived all disputes, and Claimant entitled to Supplemental Income Benefits
Grandson entitled to Death Benefits as a dependent and wife of Decedent entitled to Death Benefits as spouse.
Beneficiary is entitled to the Death Benefits
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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Doctorate of Jurisprudence
1999
BA - Bachelor of Arts
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Overveiw of Texas Workers' Compensation
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