Category Archives: Workers’ Compensation
How Long Does Workers’ Compensation Last in Texas?
A workplace accident can leave you with serious injuries and plenty of questions about the process. One important concern you may have is “How long does workers’ compensation last in Texas?”. We are here to help you understand the timeline of your case and other…
Can I Choose My Own Doctor For Workers Comp in Texas?
Can I Choose My Own Doctor For A Work Injury in Texas? If you have been injured at work, it is essential to have people on your side looking out for your best interests. This is true of your choice of attorney as well as…
Do I Have A Workers’ Comp Claim in Texas?
The Qualifications For Workers’ Compensation After a workplace accident, workers’ compensation may be the lifeline needed to cover an injured worker’s expenses and recovery process, but how can anyone be sure if they have a workers’ compensation claim on their hands? When employers try to…
How Does Workers’ Comp Work in Texas?
Understanding Texas Workers’ Compensation Trying to navigate your way through the Texas workers’ compensation system on your own can be extremely complicated. Without extensive knowledge about the system and its application process, you may miss out on the money you deserve after a workplace accident.…
Types of Workers’ Compensation Benefits in Texas
Helping You Understand The Workers’ Compensation Benefits You Are Entitled To Many people are familiar with the concept of workers’ compensation but are unfamiliar with what specific benefits are provided to injured workers. At The Law Offices of Miller & Bicklein, P.C. , in San…
Who’s Responsible For A Work-Related Injury in San Antonio, TX?
What you know for sure right now is that you have been injured at work and you are unable to work in your present state. What you probably do not know is which person or entity is responsible for providing you with benefits or compensation…
Why Hire A Workers’ Comp Attorney in San Antonio, TX?
Injured workers are not required to have a workers’ comp attorney representing them in order to pursue workers’ compensation benefits. But many workers in Texas find comfort and peace of mind in having a legal professional looking out for their rights and guiding them through…
3 serious health and safety concerns associated with shift work
People accept shift work for many reasons. Sometimes, they need to stagger their availability to care for children with a spouse. Other times, they may want the differential pay available if they work third shift or split shifts. Most people define shift work as regular…
Busting workers’ comp myths
If you’ve never needed workers’ compensation benefits before, you may only know what you’ve heard about workers’ comp from co-workers, friends or family. A lot of that information may be wrong. That’s why it’s crucial to know the facts if you’ve suffered a workplace-related injury…
3 times that fault could affect a Texas workers’ compensation claim
The workers’ compensation program in Texas understandably confuses many people. Even those who should have a straightforward claim for benefits may feel uncertain about their rights. Misinformation about workers’ compensation spreads rapidly, and workers might spend years believing inaccurate information about basic workplace protections. For…
Who chooses the doctor in a Texas workers’ compensation case?
The medical benefits available through workers’ compensation are very valuable to injured workers. Unlike traditional health insurance, the benefits available through workers’ compensation generally cover all of someone’s costs rather rendering injured employees responsible for a portion of their medical bills. Workers can receive surgery,…
Does workers’ compensation cover permanent injuries in Texas?
If you have been injured at work in Texas and suffered a permanent disability, you may be entitled to lifetime injury benefits (LIBs). These workers’ compensation benefits provide 75% of your average weekly wage for life, with a 3% annual increase. A successful claim can…
Is there a deadline for reporting a workplace injury?
If you get injured on the job, you know that you need to report that injury to your employer. This is an important step in seeking workers’ comp benefits. The company needs to know that you were injured on the job, and as much information…
What is a Texas “non-subscriber” for workers’ comp?
In most states, workers’ compensation coverage is mandatory for most employers – but not so in Texas. Employers can either be “subscribers” or “non-subscribers” to the system. Even though recent information says that 83% of Texas workers are covered under workers’ comp, many “big box”…
¿Qué tipos de beneficios vienen con la indemnización al trabajador?
Una lesión laboral es uno de esos eventos en la vida que, con suerte, sólo tendrá que enfrentar una vez en la vida. La agonía física, la incertidumbre financiera, y el estrés emocional que crea una lesión laboral en el trabajador y su familia son…
4 types of workers’ compensation benefits
Workers’ compensation serves as insurance coverage for workers who suffer on-the-job injuries or work-related illnesses. The availability of workers’ compensation is one of the primary reasons why workers should always report injuries and illnesses right away. Understanding the benefits that workers’ comp coverage affords can…
Can you get workers’ comp for a commuting accident?
For many workers, the most dangerous thing that they have to do is to drive to work in the morning or drive home at night. Their commute, which may happen at rush-hour, drastically increases the odds that they will be involved in a car accident.…
How to prove your injury happened at work
When you are injured in the line of duty, you may need to prove the injury is work-related. Your employer’s insurance company may argue otherwise if you lack evidence to connect the injury with your work activities. Thus, it’s crucial to understand the best moves…
Evidence you need for a workers’ compensation claim
Different elements at work can injure you, whether you work at a construction site or in an office. If this happens, you may be eligible to file a workers’ compensation claim. However, to receive compensation, you will need evidence to prove you suffered a work-related…
Why you shouldn’t go to the doctor your employer refers you to
When you are injured at work, you should get medical help to determine the extent of your injuries and prevent the condition from worsening. According to Texas laws, your employer should provide you with a list of doctors from which you can select one. And…
When should you tell your employer you’ve been injured at work?
Sometimes injuries at work happen in an instant. It might be that a tool you’re using breaks down and hurts you or you fall from an unsafe structure. In those instances, you’ll know that the pain you’re experiencing is directly related to your job. On…
Will a worker get benefits if they caused their work injury?
Workers in Texas get hurt on the job for all kinds of reasons, many of which are outside of their control. They might fall or get into a car crash while on the clock. They can get cut by tools or burned by equipment. Heavy…
2 catastrophic injuries you can sustain at a construction site
Every workplace has its share of hazards. However, construction sites can be particularly hazardous. From heavy machinery to flying and sharp objects or working from elevated heights, there is never a shortage of hazards at a construction site. If you sustain an injury while at…
What happens in an extent-of-injury case in Texas?
Workers that get hurt on the job can typically count on their employers either for direct compensation or workers’ compensation insurance coverage. Unfortunately, not every business in Texas will eagerly support a worker with a significant injury. Instead, they may fight to deny that worker…
2 reasons your workers’ comp claim might be denied
If an employee is hurt at work, they may be entitled to financial restitution through the workers’ compensation program. This way, the injured employee can receive the finances they need to take care of the resulting medical bills, lost income and other damages. Unfortunately, it…
3 tactics employers use to avoid compensating injured workers
Workers’ compensation insurance protects employees injured in the line of duty. This insurance offers several advantages to employees and those who depend on them. Nonetheless, obtaining these benefits is not as easy as it sounds. Some employers make it hard for workers to get what…
Retail workers should be careful this holiday season
The holiday season is always busy for retail workers. These individuals have to try to keep up with customer demands, but doing that can’t come at the expense of safety. All retail workers should remember that being safe is their top priority. Their employers should…
What happens if instead of workers’ comp you go to arbitration?
Workers commonly assume that they won’t have to worry about their finances very much if they get hurt on the job. After all, workers’ compensation protection is almost universal. However, the way that businesses comply with workers’ compensation coverage requirements differs in certain places. In…
Motor vehicle accidents could lead to blindness
During a car accident, a lot is going on. Metal is crushing, glass is breaking, and people and things are moving. There is a high potential for any number of injuries or even death during a vehicle accident. One surprising fact may be that car…
What protects surviving family after a deadly work incident?
Most workers’ compensation claims originate from the person affected by a job safety issue. Those who develop a work-related medical issue due to chemical exposure or who get hurt in a machinery malfunction can claim workers’ compensation benefits to replace some of their lost wages…
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