Workers injured on the job need medical care and income protection, which is exactly what workers' compensation provides, regardless of fault. Texas, however, gives private employers the option to opt out of the state's workers' comp system. This lack of...
Retail jobs expose you to hazards like wet floors, heavy boxes and sharp tools. When you get injured while working, you might file a workers’ compensation claim. However, after filing, mistakes can slow down your case or even lead to denial. Therefore, knowing what...
In Texas, many workplace injuries are handled through workers' compensation, a system designed to provide benefits to employees injured on the job. Workers' compensation covers medical expenses and a portion of lost wages, regardless of who was at fault for the...
Industrial painters play a big part in enhancing the durability of various structures, from factories to bridges. However, their job comes with risks that can lead to injuries if employers do not care about safety measures. These are some of the common hazards faced...
Experiencing an injury at work can be both physically traumatic, and emotionally traumatic, as well. Some may feel multiple types of stress during this time. This can be particularly true if your employer chooses to retaliate because you filed for worker's...
Vertical balers are common in stores in Texas and across the country. These balers play a vital role in organization and cleanliness, as they allow employees to reduce the sizes of the boxes that deliver goods. Still, like with other pieces of heavy machinery,...
A San Marcos tortilla factory faces over $218,000 in fines due to workplace hazards that federal inspectors say could cause amputations and other severe injuries. Employees have suffered three severe injuries at the facility since 2016. Federal officials previously...
A few of your coworkers injured themselves on the clock recently, but not all of them qualified for workers' compensation coverage. In case you suffer an injury on the job, you want to know whether to file a workers' comp claim or use your own health insurance....
Because Texas does not require companies to carry workers' compensation insurance, trying to obtain compensation for the costs associated with an on-the-job construction injury can be difficult. According to The Dallas Morning News, one study revealed that...
If you suffer an injury at work and your employer does not carry workers' compensation insurance, then you must go through the courts to seek damages. Going through the workers' compensation system is often quicker and easier for you. However, many employers do not...
