Hurt at work in Dallas–Fort Worth, TX: where do I learn about workers' compensation?

In Texas, many employers carry workers' compensation insurance, but not all do. Texas lets most private employers choose whether to carry it. The Texas Department of Insurance explains how this works [1]. Its Division of Workers' Compensation is the state office for workers hurt on the job [1].

Steps to take: 1. Tell your employer about your injury quickly. Do it in writing, and keep a copy for yourself. 2. Ask your employer if they carry workers' compensation insurance. 3. Go to the Texas Department of Insurance website. Find the Division of Workers' Compensation section. It explains how to report an injury and how to get help [1]. 4. Check the same site for the current time limits and rules. They are important, so do not wait [1].

If your employer does not carry workers' compensation, the Texas Department of Insurance also explains what that means for you [1]. If you have trouble with a claim, the site shows where injured workers can get help [1].

These are Texas state rules. They are the same in Dallas, Fort Worth and the rest of Texas. Other states have different rules. Always check the Texas Department of Insurance for the latest details [1].

Sources [1] Texas Department of Insurance: https://www.tdi.texas.gov/