Texas Workers Compensation Law

Texas Workers Comp Quick Facts

The following represent the state of the law as of January 1, 2006. Please note that worker's compensation law can be complex and these laws and policies are subject to amendment at any time. If you need help with a worker's compensation issue, please consult a licensed attorney.

Is Worker's Compensation Compulsory? No

Are Waivers Permitted? No

Numerical Exceptions: None; Coverage not mandatory, except for governmental entities and construction contracts for governmental entities.

Choice of Physician: Non-network: Employee chooses a physician from the division's approved doctor list (ADL) and is allowed one change of doctor with division approval. Network: Employee chooses physician from list of network doctors and is allowed one change without approval. Subsequent changes must be approved by network.

Waiting Period For Comp Benefits After Injury: 7 days

Compensation is retroactive if disability continues for what period of time from the date of injury? 2 weeks

Attorney Fees Permitted: 25%, statute

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