Hurt on the Job? We’re Your Advocates for Workers Compensation Benefits.

If you’ve been injured while on the job. Securing fair workers compensation benefits should not be another fight. We are here to guide you through the process, providing the experienced and compassionate representation you need to protect your future.

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The Texas Work Injury Maze: Understanding Your Two Paths

The Texas worker compensation system is the only one in the nation that allows private employers to opt out of state worker comp insurance. This unique rule means that when you suffer an injury, you typically fall into one of two complex legal paths:

1. Subscriber Claims: The Division of worker Compensation (DWC) Route

If your employer subscribes to the state system, your claim is “no-fault.” While you don’t have to prove employer negligence to receive benefits, you generally cannot sue your employer.

• Denied Claims: Many valid worker comp claims are initially denied. If you receive a denial notice, you have a short window to appeal. Without a skilled worker comp appeal lawyer, securing earned benefits is challenging.
• Fighting for Treatment: Insurers often try to control medical decisions, delaying necessary care or disputing the severity of your occupational injury.
• Worry over Lost Wages: We fight disputes over lost wages claim payments, like Temporary total disability (TTD) benefits, so you can focus on healing.

2. Non-Subscriber Lawsuits: Holding Negligent Employers Accountable

If your employer is a non-subscriber (meaning they do not carry state worker compensation insurance), your legal path changes entirely. The employer loses crucial common-law defenses and is exposed to a personal injury lawsuit.

Whether your case involves an industrial accident in Houston or a repetitive stress injury, we ensure your rights as an injured worker are protected against the employer or their private plan.

Beyond Worker Compensation: Understanding Non-Subscriber and Third-Party Lawsuits

Our role as your work injury attorney in Houston is to evaluate your right to pursue full civil damages, which can far exceed standard worker comp benefits.

Suing a Non-Subscriber Employer

When we file a suit against a non-subscriber employer, we must prove that the employer’s negligence caused your injury. Because they opted out of the state system, they forfeit most defenses. This means we can seek a full recovery for all damages, including medical bills, 100% of lost wages, future earning capacity, and compensation for pain and suffering damages unavailable in standard worker comp claims. This path offers a chance at full justice.

Pursuing a Third-Party Lawsuit

Even if your employer is a subscriber, you may have grounds for a third-party lawsuit against another entity whose negligence contributed to your injury. Examples often include:

• A negligent contractor or subcontractor on a job site.
• The manufacturer of defective machinery.
• A property owner (if the injury occurred at a third-party site).

Filing a third-party lawsuit alongside your worker comp claim is often the best strategy to maximize your recovery.

Our Compassionate Approach to Your Work Injury Claim

At Hirani Law Firm PLLC, meticulous legal preparation and deep compassion go hand-in-hand. We are a dedicated worker comp law firm ready to represent you.

Our Unique Advantage: Advocacy Rooted in Compassion

Attorney Sehar Hirani’s foundation in family law, guiding clients through life’s most difficult times, means we approach every work injury case with the same commitment to unwavering compassion and meticulous preparation. We understand that an on-the-job injury is a family crisis, and we apply that care to ensure personal injury victims receive justice.

What We Do to Secure Your Compensation

As your Houston worker compensation attorney, we manage every detail of your case:

• Initial Claim Filing and Notice: We ensure proper injury notice is given and handle filing with the Texas Department of Insurance, preventing missed statute of limitations.
• Contesting Denials: We immediately file appeals for any denied worker comp claim and prepare for the Benefit disputes / contested case hearing.
• The Impairment Battle: We manage disputes over your Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI) date and Impairment rating (IR), ensuring proper documentation for your Permanent partial disability (PPD) benefits.
• IME Preparation: We prepare you for any Independent Medical Examination (IME) requested by the insurer and challenge unfairly low ratings.
• Complex Work Injuries: We have experience handling specialized claims like construction accident, oilfield injury sites, and warehouse injury situations.
• Securing a Fair Settlement: We negotiate a lump sum settlement or prepare your case for trial, maximizing your worker comp settlement or full damages in an employer liability lawsuit.

Focused Experience in Houston’s Key Industries

The Houston and Katy areas are hubs for high-risk employment. We bring targeted experience to industries where accidents are frequent:

• Energy and Oilfield: We represent workers injured in explosions, equipment malfunctions, and falls specific to the energy sector. We understand the unique liability issues in oilfield workers compensation cases.
• Construction and Industrial Sites: We aggressively pursue compensation for falls, crane accidents, and heavy machinery injuries common in construction accident cases.
• Transportation and Logistics: We help logistics workers and truck driver injury workers compensation clients recover income benefits after trauma or repetitive stress injury.

Experience You Can Trust: Our Commitment to Injured Workers

Our commitment to clients in the Greater Houston area is backed by experience since 2018. We are proud to hold the “Lead Counsel Verified” status, confirming Attorney Hirani meets high standards for professional experience and a spotless record. When you hire us, you hire experienced legal counsel focused on securing your financial and physical recovery. We will aggressively fight for your worker rights and the compensation you deserve.

Serving the Local Community: Houston & Katy

We are deeply committed to the communities where we live and work. Our office is strategically located in Katy, allowing us to serve clients efficiently across the region.

We proudly serve injured workers across:

• Katy and Houston
• Fort Bend County
• Harris County
• Montgomery County
• Galveston County
• Austin County, TX, USA

If you are searching for the best workers comp attorney in Houston, we offer the local knowledge and focused experience your case requires.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between Temporary and Permanent Disability Benefits?

Temporary total disability (TTD) benefits (or TIBs) provide partial wage replacement while you are unable to work. These stop upon reaching Maximum Medical Improvement (MMI). Benefits then shift to Impairment Income Benefits (IIBs), which compensate for Permanent partial disability (PPD) based on your assigned Impairment rating.

Can I sue my employer if they don’t have worker compensation insurance?

Yes. If your employer is a non-subscriber, you generally have the right to file a personal injury lawsuit directly against them. This lawsuit is governed by common-law negligence rules and allows us to seek comprehensive damages, including compensation for pain and suffering, as they lose most of their common defenses.

Do I need a worker comp lawyer if my claim was already approved?

Yes, often you do. Insurers frequently dispute the extent of medical treatment, the accuracy of your impairment rating, or the payment of lost wages. We help ensure you continue to receive all eligible worker comp benefits until you reach maximum medical improvement.

What if I were hired as an Independent Contractor?

If you were injured, do not assume you are barred from recovery. If you are truly an independent contractor, we pursue compensation via a standard personal injury lawsuit, which often allows for greater damages than worker compensation, provided we can prove the hiring party’s negligence.

How long do I have to file a worker compensation claim in Texas?

You must notify your employer of your injury within 30 days. You must then file the formal claim with the Texas Department of Insurance, Division of worker Compensation (DWC) within one year. Failing to meet these strict statute of limitations deadlines will bar you from recovery.

Ready to Talk About Your Case? Contact Us Today.

When your livelihood is at stake, you need a powerful legal partner. Don’t let fear or confusion prevent you from pursuing the work injury compensation you are owed.

If you are seeking a worker compensation attorney in Houston, TX who is ready to fight for your recovery and your family’s future, contact Hirani Law Firm PLLC.

Call us at 281-665-8188 or schedule your free consultation online now. Our office is located at 22316 Grand Corner Dr, Suite 130, Katy, TX 77494.