San Antonio
Work Injury Lawyer
Texas employers can opt out of workers' comp. That changes everything about your claim.
Texas is the only state where employers can opt out of workers' compensation. If your employer is a "non-subscriber", you may be able to sue them directly for negligence, often for far more than comp would pay. The first step is finding out which kind of employer you have.
Subscriber or non-subscriber?
This is the most important question on your claim. The answer changes everything.
If They Carry Workers' Comp
- 1. Your medical bills are paid through the comp system.
- 2. You receive a portion of lost wages while unable to work.
- 3. You generally cannot sue your employer directly.
- 4. Pain and suffering is not paid by workers' comp.
- 5. You may still have a third-party claim against others.
If They Do Not (Non-Subscriber)
- 1. You can sue your employer directly for negligence.
- 2. The employer loses key legal defences.
- 3. You can pursue full damages, including pain and suffering.
- 4. Recovery is often far higher than comp would pay.
- 5. The employer pays from their own assets or insurance.
You can check your employer's status. The notice must be posted at your workplace. If you cannot find it, we will check it for you free.
Check My Employer's StatusInjuries We handle
We handle every type of workplace injury across San Antonio and Bexar County.
Construction Falls and Scaffolding
Falls from heights are the leading cause of construction death in Texas. Scaffolding collapses, ladder failures, and unprotected edges cause catastrophic injuries.
Warehouse and Forklift Injuries
Forklift collisions, falling pallets, and loading dock accidents cause crush injuries, amputations, and severe back damage.
Machinery and Crush Injuries
Power presses, conveyor belts, and industrial machinery without proper guards cause amputations, degloving, and fatal crush wounds.
Vehicle Accidents While Working
Delivery drivers, oilfield workers, and commercial drivers injured on the job may have both a work claim and a third-party vehicle claim.
Repetitive Stress and Back Injuries
Lifting, bending, and repetitive motion cause herniated discs, rotator cuff tears, and carpal tunnel. These injuries develop over time but are no less serious.
Burns and Electrical Injuries
Chemical burns, thermal burns, and electrocution from exposed wiring or arc flashes cause lifelong scarring and nerve damage.
Third-Party claims
Even when workers' comp applies, you may have a separate claim against a party who is not your employer. This is called a third-party claim, and it can pay for things comp does not cover.
A general contractor who ignored safety rules, an equipment manufacturer whose machine was defective, or a property owner who failed to maintain the premises can all be held responsible. These claims allow you to recover full damages, including pain and suffering.
We investigate every work injury for third-party liability. If someone other than your employer shares the blame, we pursue them too.
What to Do in the first week
The steps you take in the first seven days can make or break your claim.
Report the injury in writing
Tell your supervisor immediately and get it in writing. An injury that is not reported can be denied later.
Get medical care and say it was work-related
See a doctor right away. Tell every provider the injury happened at work so it is documented in your records.
Keep copies of everything
Save every medical bill, pay stub, incident report, and communication with your employer. Do not hand over your only copy.
Do not give a recorded statement without advice
Your employer or their insurer may ask for a recorded statement. Politely decline until you have spoken to a lawyer.
Find out your employer's comp status
Check the posted notice at your workplace. If you cannot find it, we will investigate for you at no cost.
No Upfront Cost. No fee unless we win.
We work on contingency. The consultation is free. We investigate your claim, deal with the insurance company, and fight for full compensation. You pay nothing unless we recover money for you. The fee comes from the settlement, not from your pocket.
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