Workers' Compensation

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Workers' Compensation is a benefit provided by most employers in Texas. If you have suffered an injury that arose out of and in the course of their employment, you may need help filing a Workers’ Comp claim.

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We can help you file your Workers’ Comp Claim in Texas. Call Shaw for a free consultation today at 800-862-1260.

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What Types of Injuries Are Covered by Workers’ Compensation?

Work-related injuries typically covered by workers' compensation include:

• Neck, back, and knee injuries,
• Carpal tunnel/repetitive trauma injuries,
• Hearing problems,
• Work-related emotional problems,
• Work-induced heart attack or stroke,
• Occupational diseases such as asbestosis and dermatitis,
• Disfigurement and scarring of face, neck, or hands,
• Asthma or other work-related pulmonary conditions,
• Loss of use of limbs,
• And eye injuries.

In simple terms, A compensable injury (one you can file a claim for) includes physical injuries and impairment that limits your earning capacity. Benefits are meant to cover medical bills, both for immediate and ongoing care.

Complications to Workers’ Comp Claims

When you are hurt while performing your duties as a covered employee, there are special laws that govern how much you can recover and where the compensation comes from. Additionally, there may be more than one source of compensation. This is largely what makes Workers’ Comp claims different from a non-work-related injury claim.

The issues that arise most often in these matters are:

• Were you an employee at the time of the injury?
• Was the injury received while you were on the job?
• Was there an injury?
• What benefits are you entitled to?
• Was the injury permanent?
• Are you entitled to an impairment rating?

You have the right to hire a Workers’ Comp attorney to help you file your claim.

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We can assist you in working through this complicated area of law to ensure you receive the compensation you’re entitled to from all possible sources. Call Shaw at 800-862-1260 to get started.

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How Do I Know If I Need an Attorney for my Workers’ Comp Claim?

You don’t always need an attorney’s help filing a Workers’ Comp claim. However, if you are facing any of the following scenarios, it is advisable that you contact an attorney ASAP:

1. Your Claim Was Denied
2. The Settlement Offer Doesn’t Cover Your Medical Expenses
3. You’re Facing Permanent Disability
4. Your Employer is Retaliating Because You Filed the Claim

For more in-depth information on these scenarios, check out this blog post:

Do I Need a Worker’s Comp Attorney?

However, even if you are simply confused about the process and would like professional help, Call Shaw. We never charge for an initial consultation, and we put our clients first – we are more than willing to walk you through the complicated process.

Free Resources

The Texas Workers' Compensation Commission governs workers’ compensation or “workers comp” claims in Texas.

For a free step-by-step booklet discussing Workers’ Compensation Claims in Texas, please click here. To find out if your employer carries workers’ compensation insurance coverage as provided by the Texas Workers’ Compensation Act, please click here.

• Free step-by-step booklet on Workers' Compensation Claims
• Does your employer carry worker's compensation?
• Texas Workers Compensation Law
• Changes In Texas Workers' Compensation Law

For immediate assistance, call Shaw toll-free at 800-862-1260.

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