Texas Workplace Injury Lawyer | Beyond Workers’ Comp


Dallas and Harlingen Workplace Injury Lawyer

If you were injured on the job, you may have rights beyond workers’ comp. We investigate all angles to maximize your recovery, fighting for workers in Houston, Austin, San Antonio, and the Rio Grande Valley.

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Your Rights Beyond Workers’ Compensation

In Texas, the workers’ compensation system generally prevents you from suing your employer for a workplace injury. However, your injury may have been caused by the negligence of a **third party**—someone other than your employer or a co-worker. In these situations, you have the right to file a separate personal injury lawsuit to recover full damages.

Identifying these third-party claims is critical to your financial recovery. Attorney Chris Sanchez specializes in investigating complex work accidents to uncover all liable parties, such as negligent subcontractors on a **Houston** construction site or the manufacturer of defective equipment used in the **RGV**.

Workers’ Comp vs. Personal Injury Claim:

  • Workers’ Comp: Typically covers only medical bills and a percentage of lost wages. It does **not** compensate for pain and suffering.
  • Personal Injury Claim: Allows you to recover compensation for ALL damages, including 100% of lost income, future medical care, and the full extent of your physical pain and emotional suffering.

Common Third-Party Workplace Injury Claims

We have the experience to handle a wide variety of third-party claims arising from work accidents, including:

Construction Accidents

Injuries caused by negligent general contractors, subcontractors, or property owners on a job site.

Defective Machinery

Holding the manufacturer of faulty equipment, tools, or safety gear accountable for your injuries.

On-the-Job Vehicle Wrecks

If you were hit by another driver while operating a company vehicle, you can sue the at-fault driver.

Oil Field & Industrial Accidents

Claims against third-party contractors or equipment suppliers in refineries and oil fields.

Unsafe Property Conditions

Suing a property owner for negligence if you were injured while working on their premises.

Third-Party Vendor Negligence

When a delivery driver, supplier, or other vendor causes an accident at your workplace.

Our Texas Law Offices

From our offices in McAllen, San Antonio, and Houston, we provide local, dedicated representation with the resources of a statewide firm, ready to fight for injured workers across Texas.

McAllen Office

317 W Nolana Ave
McAllen, TX 78504

(956) 686-4357

San Antonio Office

4040 Broadway, Suite 240
San Antonio, TX 78209

(210) 405-6160

(By Appointment Only)

Houston Office

9801 Westheimer Road, Suite 300
Houston, TX 77042

(832) 979-4341

(By Appointment Only)

Contact a Texas Workplace Injury Lawyer Today

Don’t assume workers’ comp is your only option. You may be entitled to far more. Contact us now for a 100% free and confidential consultation to find out if you have a third-party claim.

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Disclaimer: The information on this website is for general information purposes only. Nothing on this site should be taken as legal advice for any individual case or situation.