Texas has some of the hardest workers in the country – as well as some of the most dangerous industries.
And injuries within these workforces can land you at the mercy of corporations who don’t want to pay what they owe.
TEXAS
WORKPLACE INJURY LAWYERS
At Roven Camp, we help injured Texas workers stand up for themselves and reclaim their lives after they’ve been hurt on the job. We have over 50 years of combined experience representing employees who are the victims of injuries due to workplace safety violations. We have experience in identifying whether a legitimate claim exists, and helping injured workers in their fight to make things right.
”I was in an accident in 2017, Kevin was brought in a few years later to help represent me. He did an outstanding job and was always available for questions. This year I received a fair settlement that he helped negotiate.
- Railroad Carman
What are your rights if you get injured at work in Texas?
Many people assume that if they are injured on the job, they will be covered by workers’ compensation insurance. Unfortunately, this is not always possible in Texas.
The situation in Texas is somewhat unique in that employers can opt out of the workers’ compensation program, sometimes referred to as a Texas non-subscriber. If a company is enrolled in the workers’ compensation program, an injured employee won’t be able to sue their employer directly for negligence in their injury. (The only exceptions to this rule in Texas include wrongful death cases that involve an employer’s gross negligence.)
However, if the employer is a Texas non-subscriber (if there is no workers’ compensation coverage), then an employee CAN sue their employer directly for negligence in their injury, and the employer loses certain defenses, such as the ability to argue that the employee “assumed the risk” of the job, or that some other person or company had a duty to the injured employee. (This is called a “non-delegable duty.”)
At Roven Camp, we’re here to help guide injured workers through these types of work-related injury cases.
We will help investigate your case to determine whether your employer is a subscriber or non-subscriber to the workers’ compensation program and to investigate whether a third party was at fault for your injury. Third parties who may be responsible for your injury would be anyone who partners with your employer or is involved in your workday, including:
- Contractors or subcontractors
- Vehicle drivers
- Product makers
- Property owners
If we determine that someone is responsible for your injuries, then we are ready to work with you to pursue your claim.
What should I do if I get hurt on the job in Texas?
Getting injured at work in Texas is stressful, no matter the details of your injury. But there are a few important steps to keep in mind to ensure your bases are covered.
How Roven Camp Can Help
At Roven Camp, our Texas workplace injury attorneys serve as dedicated legal counsel for workers throughout the state.
We know that getting hurt on the job is like being tossed into a maze without a reliable map, and we’ve dedicated our careers to helping injured workers stand up for themselves to get the compensation and treatment they deserve.
Here’s how we do it:
- We’ll conduct our own investigation into your injury.
- We’ll handle the insurance companies on your behalf.
- We’ll get you the best medical care possible for your injuries.
- We’ll make sure you know all of your options every step of the way.
Contact Roven Camp Today
At the end of the day, our goal at Roven Camp is to work with you to have a voice, stand up for yourself, and work together towards a safer workforce. If you’ve been injured in a work-related accident, contact us today.
Send us a message
