Know Your Rights After a Work Injury Claim Denial in Texas
If you’ve been injured on the job and your employer has denied your injury claim, you may be wondering what options you have. In Texas, where many large employers such as Home Depot, Target, Walmart, and Amazon are non-subscribers to the state workers’ compensation system, the claim process can be confusing—and even unfair.
At Sandoval Law Firm, we help injured workers across Texas understand their legal rights and fight for the compensation they deserve, especially after their injury claims are denied.
Employees in texas may consider filing a lawsuit against their employers after a claim denial in several circumstances, including:
- Employer Retaliation
- Intentional Conduct
- Third-Party Liability
- Gross Negligence
- Non-subscriber Employer
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Why Was Your Claim Denied?
Employers and their insurance companies may deny your injury claim for several reasons, including:
- Alleging that your injury didn’t happen at work
- Claiming you didn’t report the injury in time
- Saying your injury was pre-existing
- Asserting that you were at fault
Regardless of the reason, a denial doesn’t mean the end of the road. In fact, it may open the door to filing a lawsuit for negligence against your employer.
You May Be Able to File a Lawsuit If:
- Your employer is a non-subscriber in Texas
- You can show the employer’s negligence caused or contributed to your injury
- You were not grossly negligent or intoxicated at the time of the incident
- Your employer failed to provide adequate training, safety equipment, or supervision
In these cases, you are not limited by the caps of the traditional workers’ compensation system—you may be able to recover damages for medical costs, lost wages, pain and suffering, and more.
Don’t Accept a Denied Claim Without a Fight
If you’ve been denied benefits after a workplace injury and believe your employer is responsible, now is the time to act. Contact Sandoval Law Firm for a free, confidential consultation. We’ll help you understand your options, determine whether you have grounds for a lawsuit, and stand by your side every step of the way.
Your Injury. Your Rights. Your Justice.
Call us today at (346) 347-7777 or fill out our online form to schedule your free case evaluation.