Amarillo Workers Compensation Attorney

Do I Need An Attorney As An Injured Worker?

That is the question an injured worker must ask after getting hurt on the job. There is no requirement that an injured worker must get worker compensation attorney. It is not against the law to operate on behalf of yourself in Texas either, but it is not recommended.

One of the most tragic events in a working person’s life is to be injured in Texas. Texas Mutual is a bureaucratic giant that writes approximately 80% of the workers compensation insurance policies in this state alone. Texas Mutual came about in the early 90’s to “break even” and to offer a more affordable option for business owners who simply could not afford your standard workers compensation insurance. However there are numerous traps and pitfalls that an injured worker must look out for when winding through this complicated and complex system. Here at the Warner Law Firm we will be more than happy to take you through a $.25 cent tour of this unique system.

After an injured worker gets hurt on the job, an Employer files the DWC-1 which is the Employers Notice of Injury. If the Employee initiates the Claim, a DWC-41 is filed. The DWC-41 must be filed within 30 days from the date of injury or the injured worker must show “good cause” on why the DWC-41 has not been filed. This is the first trap to be wary of when injured in Texas.

Tip: If the DWC-41 is not filed within the 30 day period, but the DWC-1 is filed, then the Employer and the Carrier are presumed to have notice of the Claim.

There are many factors that you must consider when being accused of a drug crime. You need to know your rights, and it’s important to wait until you have proper legal representation before talking to the police, any insurance companies, or anyone else who may be used against your defense. It is also important to make mental note of any possibly illegal stops, warrantless searches of your home or vehicle, or failure of the police to notify you of your rights.

It is extremely critical to discuss your case with an attorney before talking to anyone else. The experienced Amarillo criminal defense attorney at The Warner Law Firm are passionate about protecting your rights, and have years of experience in defending drug-related crimes. Contact our offices today for a no-obligation consultation.