Texas Work Injury Lawyer

Undefeated Texas Work Accident Lawyers

Workplace accidents occur without warning, turning your family’s world upside down.

If you were injured on the job, filing for workers’ compensation without speaking to a work injury lawyer and exploring your legal options is a big mistake.  Not only is the claim process confusing and overwhelming, it has a direct impact on your long term financial security and well-being. 

The fact is, from the moment you’re hurt, your employer will do everything in its power to avoid paying your medical bills and lost wages when you file for workers’ compensation.  And even if they do pay, it won’t be nearly enough to compensate you for all of your injuries and losses.

Don’t leave your family’s future in their hands.

Our Undefeated Texas work injury lawyers have the knowledge, experience, and resources to stand up, fight, and win against the largest companies in the world.

Contact Zehl & Associates today at 1-888-603-3636 to learn how we can protect your rights and secure the full compensation you deserve.

Billions Won: How Zehl & Associates Fights For Injured Workers 

We Do Whatever It Takes

After a work injury, your employer may promise to “make things right.” But limiting you to workers compensation benefits means they will not only choose a company doctor to treat you as they see fit, but they will do everything in their power to reduce your weekly benefits, until both your physical and financial recovery are in jeopardy. 

The fact is workers’ comp benefits provide only a small fraction of what you would recover if you filed a personal injury lawsuit against the company. No matter the type of accident you were in, hiring an experienced trial attorney and filing a personal injury lawsuit is the only way to secure justice and hold those responsible fully accountable.

At Zehl & Associates, we have a proven track record of securing the largest verdicts and settlements in Texas history.

From day one, we work tirelessly to recover the maximum compensation possible. We ensure our clients receive the best medical care possible, cover reasonable living expenses while cases are pending, offer unwavering support around the clock, and assemble the top lawyers and experts to uncover the truth. 

We NEVER settle for less than full compensation. Our trial attorneys are fearless and undefeated in the courtroom. When companies refuse to offer fair settlements, we take them to trial, where we not only win, but set records.

Contact our Undefeated Texas Work Injury Lawyers for a Free Consultation at 1-888-603-3636

What Are Workplace Injuries?

Workplace injuries are any type of injury sustained on the job due to the negligence of an employer, contractor, business owner, or fellow worker. And they are more common in Texas than anywhere else in the country.

In 2023, more than 114,500 workers in the Lone Star State suffered work injuries serious enough to require time away from work, job transfer, or job restrictions, according to Texas Department of Insurance.  Tragically, another 578 Texas workers were killed on the job. 

Serious workplace injuries commonly include:

• Burns 
• Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
• Spinal cord injury 
• Bone fractures 
• Dislocated joints 
• Amputations 
• Neck and back injury 
• Paralysis 
• Nerve damage 
• Hearing or vision loss 

Although sprains, strains, and tears are the most common nonfatal work injuries in Texas, resulting in over 78,100 injuries in 2023,  severe and fatal injuries are becoming increasingly common. TBIs and intracranial injuries, for instance, claimed 40 lives in Texas last year and injured thousands more. Such injuries are often life-altering and can require lifelong medical treatment.

No matter your injury, our work accident lawyers’ top priority is to make sure you receive medical treatment from the top doctors and specialists in the country and that your medical bills and living expenses are covered while your case is pending, so you can focus on what matters most.

What Causes Workplace Injuries in TX?

The most common causes of serious TX work injuries include falls, fires or explosions, coming into contact with equipment, transportation incidents, exposure to harmful substances, and equipment malfunctions — most of which boil down to entirely preventable safety failures.

Especially dangerous, truck accidents are the leading cause of all work-related fatalities. Texans who work in transportation and warehousing suffer injuries at nearly twice the rate of other industries, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. 

That said, it’s been our experience that most work accidents occur when a company refuses to prioritize their workers’ well-being over profits.

When employers or contractors fail to comply with federal and state regulations meant to protect the hardworking men and women of Texas, our work injury lawyers will stop at nothing to hold them accountable. We bring a deep knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards, industry protocols, and common regulatory violations to quickly level the playing field and provide strong physical evidence as we fight for you.

What Workplace Accident Claims Does Zehl & Associates Handle?

At Zehl & Associates, we have represented thousands of injured workers across Texas, recovering Billions on behalf of our clients, including the largest verdicts and settlements in history in cases involving: 

• Construction site accidents 
• Oil field accidents 

• Plant and refinery accidents 
• Offshore and maritime accidents 
• Truck and 18-wheeler accidents
• Burn injuries 
• Traumatic brain injuries 
• Wrongful death

Our work injury lawyers understand that no two work accidents are ever the same. But our commitment to clients is steadfast across every case — we do whatever it takes to recover the maximum compensation possible and stand by you every step of the way. 

No matter what happened, we’ll find out why you were hurt, who is responsible, and how much you deserve. Then, we’ll fight for every available dollar.

What Texas Work Accident Victims Say About Working With Us

“They Will Win For You”

When our client James was tragically run over by a skid steer on a construction site in Cleburne, TX, his longtime employer refused to take responsibility and tried to blame him for his own life-altering amputation injury.

After turning down multiple, insultingly-low settlement offers, we took his case to trial, where we settled his case for over 20 times the previous offer if five week’s time. 

“They really helped change my life for the better. They were there no matter what.” James Black, client

Hear more from our clients by visiting our client testimonial page or our firm’s YouTube channel.   

Injured in a TX Work Accident? Call 1-888-603-3636 For a Free Consultation

Did Another Company Cause Your Injury?

If you were harmed due to the negligence of someone not employed by your company, such as a contractor, you may have a third-party claim.

Unlike workers’ compensation claims, third-party claims allow you to seek compensation from parties other than your employer or co-workers.

Third-party claims are highly complex, involving both workers’ compensation and personal injury laws. But our law firm specializes in these areas and is committed to securing the FULL compensation you deserve.

If you’ve been involved in an industrial or workplace accident involving a third party, contact us as soon as possible. 

Quick action is crucial as the responsible third party will immediately get to work attempting to discredit you and prove they are not at fault.

Once hired, we outmaneuver them at every turn with a team of the best and brightest lawyers, investigators, engineers, and safety experts who know how to gather key evidence before it disappears and use it to prove exactly what happened and how it should have been prevented in the first place.

What Is a Third-Party Work Injury Claim?

When a worker is injured on the job, they can file a workers’ compensation claim, which doesn’t require proving employer fault. However, if a third party (someone other than the employer) caused the injury, the worker can also pursue a third-party claim. This might involve a negligent driver, another company’s actions, or a defective product.

For example, a worker injured in a commercial motor vehicle accident caused by a drunk truck driver can claim workers’ compensation and also sue the driver and trucking company. Workers’ comp benefits are often minimal and NEVER cover pain and suffering or punitive damages, but a third-party claim can provide far more substantial compensation.

To succeed in a third-party claim, the worker must prove the third party’s reckless actions or, in some cases, a defective product/equipment, caused them harm. Additionally, the employer’s insurance carrier may have a subrogation interest, allowing them to recover what they paid in workers’ comp benefits if the third-party claim exceeds this amount.

Do I Have a Third-Party Claim? 

If you’ve suffered a workplace injury and your employer has workers’ compensation insurance, you might think you are limited to workers’ comp as your only option for compensation. Think again.

Several exceptions allow an injured oilfield worker to file a lawsuit for additional compensation, including:

• If you were working at a job-site that was unsafe due to the owner’s negligence, also called “premises liability”
• If you were injured due to the negligence of an outside contractor
• If you were injured because of a defective product, device, or tool

In some cases, such as if the work accident resulted in your loved one’s wrongful death, you may be able to file a personal injury lawsuit against an employer even if they do carry workers’ comp. However, it’s crucial that you contact a Houston work injury lawyer as soon as possible. 

NEVER sign anything your company sends you before speaking to legal representation. 

Otherwise, workers’ comp coverage will limit you to doctors selected by (and loyal to) your company and will never fully compensate you for your damages. 

Don’t Rely on Workers’ Compensation to Protect Your Family’s Future

A third-party claim allows injured workers to seek additional compensation from companies other than their employer who may have contributed to their injuries.

This is especially crucial for workers dealing with significant burn injuries, traumatic brain injuries, and other debilitating conditions caused by a work accident. These injuries often require lifelong medical treatment, result in substantial lost wages, and cause extensive physical, financial, and emotional devastation for families. 

For instance, the average medical costs associated with treating a patient with third-degree burns is $535,000, according to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).  If left with just 1% of that medical bill, the average American family with $8,000 or less in savings, would almost certainly face a financial hardship. 

However, workers’ comp will offer little help:

• The benefits stop as soon as the company doctor claims you’re able to return to work 
• They only cover a portion of your lost wages and medical expenses from the company-approved doctor  
• Your workers’ compensation check is capped by state law at $1,174 in 2024
• The benefits NEVER compensate workers for their emotional trauma, pain and suffering, or losing the enjoyment of life

That’s why a successful third-party claim can mean the difference between securing your family’s financial future or receiving substantially less. You can recover ALL of your damages, including both past and future “economic damages” like medical expenses and lost wages, “human losses” such as mental anguish or disfigurement, and, in some cases, punitive damages.

Grounds for a Third-Party Lawsuit

If you were harmed by a third party at work, you may be eligible to file both a workers’ compensation claim and a third-party lawsuit. While workers’ comp is no-fault and doesn’t require proving negligence, a third-party claim does. To succeed, you must show that the third party’s negligence directly caused your injury.

In a third-party work injury lawsuit, you must prove that:

• You were involved in a work-related accident.
• The third party owed you a duty of care.
• The third party breached this duty.
• You were injured as a result of this breach.

You will need a team of skilled lawyers and expert witnesses on your side to build the strongest case possible. Our attorneys understand which pieces of evidence will have the most impact, how to locate and obtain them, and the most strategic way to introduce them during negotiations or at trial.

Contact our top-rated work injury attorneys today to learn how we can seek justice under Texas law.

Receiving Compensation After a Workplace Accident in Texas

Your time to take legal action and protect your right to compensation is always limited after an accident. 

The deadline to file a lawsuit in Texas is two years in most cases. That two-year statute of limitations starts on the date of your workplace accident. 

But it’s important to take action as soon as possible. If you wait too long, you risk losing your right to recover any compensation at all for your injuries and losses.  

For your case to proceed, it must be filed in the correct Texas court and adhere to strict legal requirements. Additionally, the at-fault party knows the longer you wait, the more opportunity they have to make critical evidence go missing and avoid responsibility.

Regardless of how you were injured, call our award-winning attorneys for a free case evaluation today. We immediately send in our investigators to recover key evidence before it’s destroyed.

What is My Texas Workplace Accident Case Worth?

In a personal injury case, you can pursue compensation to cover the full amount of your losses. However, a number of factors will affect the amount of damages you can recover, including if you were partially at fault for the accident, your age, the amount of available insurance coverage, and the defendant’s ability to pay.  

That’s why it’s crucial you hire a legal team that not only specializes in valuing your case worth, but maximizing compensation.

At Zehl & Associates, we immediately get to work determining how much to demand as damages in your personal injury lawsuit.  We learn about you, your family, what you did before the accident, and what you wish you could still do but can’t anymore. 

We look at factors such as:

• How severe are your injuries? 
• Were you employed at the time of the accident?  
• Did you go to the ER and get released or did you have to spend weeks in the hospital? 
• Did you heal on your own, or did you have to have surgery?
• How much insurance coverage does the at-fault person or company have?

Then we explain and quantify your losses for the jury at trial, where money balances the scales of justice.  ​​That’s why we always demand the maximum compensation possible for our clients.

From the largest verdicts and settlements in Texas to numerous $100M+ settlements, we’ve repeatedly demonstrated that we don’t just win – we set records.

What Are My Rights After a Work Injury?

Under Texas law, you have the legal right to file a workers’ compensation claim with your employer if they carry the insurance. 

You may also have the right to file a work injury lawsuit against an employer who doesn’t carry workers’ comp coverage or against a third party who caused you harm.

To learn more about your legal options, contact our work injury lawyers at 1-888-603-3636. We can determine if you should sue a third party for your work injury. Your first consultation is always free.

My Employer Has Workers’ Compensation — Can a Lawyer Help?

Yes. In many cases, we can help you recover the full compensation you deserve. However, it’s important to understand a few things about workers’ compensation laws in Texas that may limit your options.

Workers’ comp is an insurance program overseen by the Texas Department of Insurance. This program provides medical benefits and wage replacement to employees who are injured or become ill due to work. However, the program also shields employers from civil lawsuits filed by injured workers.

Under Section 408.001 of the Texas Labor Code, workers’ compensation limits your right to sue an employer who carries workers’ compensation insurance. But it is possible that you could have the right to sue for damages and claim workers’ comp benefits.

You can sue for damages under Texas personal injury laws if:

• Your employer does not carry workers’ comp insurance or
• Someone other than your employer is responsible for your accident

For example, if your employer has workers’ comp, you can claim benefits if you were hurt in an accident while driving a construction vehicle to an inspection site. If a third-party driver caused that accident, you may also be entitled to sue the negligent driver for additional damages.

No matter your situation, the only way to recover the full compensation you deserve is by having the best Houston work injury lawyer on your side. 

Contact us today. We can help determine your legal options and ensure you pursue every avenue for maximum recovery.

Undefeated Texas Workplace Accident Lawyers: Call 888-603-3636 for Your Free Consult

With Billions won on behalf of injured workers, including the largest verdicts and settlements in Texas history, our undefeated workplace accident lawyers have the resources to take on any company, regardless of its size, and to make sure our clients and their families never have to worry again.

If you or a loved one were seriously injured, burned, or tragically killed in a work-related accident, call 1-888-601-4960 or click here.

We’ll answer your questions, explain your rights, and provide you with all the information you need to make the best decision for you and your family.

All consultations are free, and you won’t pay us a dime unless we win your case.

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