In today's business world, companies are relying on temporary workers to perform many tasks. While this usually has few complications, problems can arise should that employee be injured on the job. Since they are not an actual employee of the company for which they are working at the time of the injury, it can be difficult to ascertain which employer will be responsible for compensating the employee for their injuries. If you are a temp worker who has been injured in this type of situation, turn to Employment Injury Lawyer Hector Sandoval of the Sandoval Law Firm for assistance. Texas ... Continue Reading
Third Party Liability Workplace Injury Recap
The general rule here in Texas is that when a worker is injured during the course and scope of their job by a foreseeable risk of that job, he or she becomes eligible for workers compensation benefits. Those benefits are the employee's sole and exclusive remedy. Employees are not permitted to file personal injury lawsuits against their own employer. Workers' compensation benefits typically consist of payment of the following: Fair and reasonable medical bills in connection with the accident. Temporary total disability (TTD) benefits while the worker is recovering from his or her ... Continue Reading
Commercial Construction Site Injury Caused by Negligence
The leading types of accidents that can occur on construction sites A large commercial construction site is full of activity with tradesmen from many different companies all trying to get their jobs finished. They're also dangerous places. According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, here are four of the leading types of accidents that can occur on these sites: Falls from heights. Being hit by falling objects. Electrocution. Getting caught between two objects. Third Party Liability There are times when construction workers might be injured as a result ... Continue Reading
Are Employers Liable in a Texas Car Accident?
Filing a personal injury claim following an auto accident can be a complicated issue in many instances And, determining which party is financially responsible is chief among the questions for the injured parties. Accident victims who attempt representing themselves in an accident injury claim could potentially not realize the value of their claim when an opposing driver is at fault for a collision because there could be other negligent parties as well, including employers in certain situations. The material facts of a case can greatly impact the final outcome when financial damages are paid, ... Continue Reading
Infographic – Free Guide – Non-Subscriber Cases
An important question to ask from the very beginning is, whether your employer has workers’ compensation insurance. Your employer, the insurance company and maybe even the insurance doctors may be using the terminology and documents commonly used to file Texas Workers’ Compensation claims but, the truth is, those individuals don’t really have any interest in explaining to you whether your employer is a TEXAS WORKERS’ COMPENSATION SUBCRIBER, a SELF-INSURED EMPLOYER or TEXAS NON-SUBSCRIBER. Call and put Sandoval to work for you! Call and put Sandoval to work for you! ... Continue Reading
How Much Is My Car Wreck Case Worth?
The value of your car wreck case (personal injury) is dependent on the extent of your injuries ...AND, NEGLIGENCE (FAILING TO FOLLOW THE RULES OF THE ROAD) When you’ve been in a seriously injured in a car crash, you have to show that the other driver was more at fault than you in causing the crash and, that the injuries you suffered are related to the crash. In order to determine if you have a GOOD CASE against the other driver, you need to establish that the other driver was Negligent and failed to follow the rules of the road. A Texas Car Wreck Lawyer Can Help! Determining negligence ... Continue Reading
Infographic – Free Guide Car Crashes
It’s never too late to seek medical attention if you been involved in a serious crash but, it is always worth noting that there is always going to be an argument made by the insurance company that if you were really injured in the crash. Read also: Dealing with Insurance After a Serious Car Accident: What You Need to Know about Your Own Insurance Company! Call and put Sandoval to work for you! ... Continue Reading
What Shouldn’t I do When I Get in A Car Wreck?
How did the crash happen? Whose fault was it? Could I have done something to avoid the crash? Whose Insurance should pay? After a car wreck, we all wish it was easy to answer these questions. Unfortunately, the other driver is always going to have another story and we end up with disputed facts. For this reason, it’s crucial to do all you can to document the scene and the damage caused by the other driver. The Don’ts of Texas Car Wrecks You can find information online about what you should do following a car wreck but, you also need to know what NOT TO DO if you are in serious car crash in ... Continue Reading
Who Can Bring Wrongful Death Cases to Court in Texas?
Wrongful death claims are common when a family member dies in an accident due to the negligence of another party. The state of Texas realizes the impact on families when a member dies and leaves behind medical bills and funeral expenses generated by the untimely event, not to mention the loss of consortium felt by spouses, parents, and dependent children. Compensation from a wrongful death action in Texas is intended as financial recovery for the damages created by the negligent party that is to go directly to the immediate family or closest survivor. However, these claims are typically ... Continue Reading
Common Texas Work Injury Causes. We Want to Help.
Texas is still booming, and it seems as if everybody has a full-time job. That also translates into more people getting hurt on the job, especially those who are in the trades. Here are some common causes of Texas work injuries: Falls: Whether it's a fall from a height, a slip-and-fall or a trip-and-fall, these are the leading causes of Texas work injuries. Struck by an Object: These accidents occur when a worker is positioned between a fixed object like a wall and a moving objected like a truck. Caught in Between: These accidents often occur with workers who are in trenches or deep ... Continue Reading