Texas Workers Comp - Job-Related Injuries

On-the-job injuries are always difficult. In addition to the pain, stress and possible loss of income, the injured employee often has to communicate with the employer under the cloud of suspicion, anger and resentment. Many times, the employee feels pressured into receiving care from the company doctor. Other times, an injured employee may be hesitant to do anything at all, out of fear of retribution or termination.

Fortunately, there are Texas Workers Compensation laws to protect injured workers from the illegal acts of their employers following an injury. The Texas Workers Comp law is vast, and the other side is very experienced. Any employee that has suffered a work-related injury should immediately contact a Texas Workers Compensation lawyer. Employers and their insurance companies routinely hire attorneys after employees get hurt on the job. Texas Workers Compensation laws can be confusing. Texas Workers Compensation laws are complicated. It's our job to interpret these laws for you and help you receive income comparable to your job-related injury. Contact us today to learn more about your rights under workers compensation law.

Maritime - Jones Act Cases
The Jones Act is a federal law that provides for benefits to workers who are injured on sea going vessels on navigable waters and offshore oilrigs, which can be towed and are not permanently affixed to the ocean floor. Settlements in Jones Act injury cases can be significant, but the law is very complex. On the job injured workers should consult with a lawyer early in the case and be aware of the employer's desire to minimize their losses.

F.E.L.A. Railroad Injuries
The Federal Employer’s Liability Act is a federal law that provides for benefits to workers’ who are injured on or around trains engaged in interstate commerce. You should consult with a lawyer about F.E.L.A. coverage if you believe that your injury may be covered. Unlike Texas Workers’ Compensation, workers’ may be entitled to sue for damages if their injuries were caused by the employer’s negligence. Also, unlike workers’ compensation, there is no limit on the amount of damages that can be recovered.

Third Party Cases

Third Party Cases refers to personal injury cases against the person or company at fault when there is also a Texas Workers’ Compensation claim. In this type of situation the worker should collect compensation benefits and pursue a personal injury case against the person or company at fault.

Job Lung Disease

Many types of jobs are associated with health hazards, and the lungs are among the most vulnerable parts of the body to airborne threats. Exposure to some substances can lead to occupational lung disease and in some cases, even lung cancer. Occupations especially at risk are: miners, farmers, asbestos handlers, printers, painters, sandblasters, cement and concrete finishers, bricklayers, welders, ironworkers, shipbuilders, and those working with epoxy resins or isocyanates.

If you think that you may have a Texas Workers Compensation claim, in any degree, no matter how long ago, see your doctor. If you would like for us to provide a free evaluation of your potential Texas Workers comp claim please call us today at 1-(800)- 779-4950. Or, if you prefer, email us at Info@Ogletreeabbott.com or complete the online evaluation and we will contact you right away. Call today if yoiu have a job injury and let us help you obtain your entitled benefits.