Work injuries at large retailers like Kroger can be more complicated than you think—especially in Texas.
If you’re a Kroger employee in North Texas who was injured on the job, it’s important to know that your case likely does not fall under traditional workers’ compensation. That’s because Kroger is a Texas non-subscriber, which changes how your injury claim must be handled.
What Is a Non-Subscriber Employer?
Texas is the only state that allows private employers to opt out of the state-run workers’ compensation system. Employers that choose to do this are called non-subscribers, and Kroger is one of them.
Instead of participating in the Texas Workers’ Compensation Act insurance program, Kroger uses its own injury benefit plan, often governed by ERISA (the Employee Retirement Income Security Act). While this setup may sound similar, it does not offer the same protections or guarantees as state workers’ compensation—and that’s where things get tricky for injured workers.
Why You May Have a Stronger Case Against Kroger
Here’s what makes non-subscriber cases different—and often stronger—in favor of the injured worker:
- Kroger can be sued for workplace injuries if their negligence contributed to your accident.
- They are legally barred from using common defenses like “you were at fault” or “you assumed the risk.”
- You may be entitled to damages for pain and suffering, loss of future income, and more—not just medical bills and lost wages.
That means if Kroger failed to provide a safe work environment, adequate training, or proper safety equipment, and you were injured as a result, you may have a solid personal injury claim under Texas law.
Common Injuries Kroger Workers Face
Kroger employees across Dallas, Fort Worth, Arlington, and surrounding North Texas areas perform physically demanding work. Some common job-related injuries include:
- Back injuries from lifting heavy boxes
- Slip and falls in stockrooms or grocery aisles
- Repetitive motion injuries from scanning or stocking
- Cuts, burns, or chemical exposure
- Equipment-related accidents in the warehouse or deli
Whether you’re a stocker, cashier, manager, or warehouse worker, you have the right to a safe workplace. And when that right is violated, you deserve compensation.
Thousands of warehouse and distribution center workers across North Texas — including Dallas, Fort Worth, and Arlington — put their safety on the line every day at companies like Amazon, Walmart, and HEB. Unfortunately, injuries are all too common in these fast-paced environments. If your employer is a non-subscriber to Texas workers’ comp, your rights might be at risk. That’s where Sandoval & Armstrong come in. Our attorneys help injured workers fight back and get the compensation they deserve.
What To Do After a Kroger Work Injury in North Texas
- Report the injury immediately to your supervisor, even if it seems minor.
- Document everything—including where, when, and how the accident happened.
- Seek medical care, either through Kroger’s designated provider or your own doctor.
- Contact an experienced work injury lawyer who understands Texas non-subscriber law.
We Help Injured Kroger Workers in North Texas
At Sandoval & Armstrong, PLLC, we represent injured workers across North Texas in non-subscriber cases involving companies like Kroger. We know how to challenge corporate injury benefit plans and hold employers accountable for unsafe practices.
If you’ve been injured working at a Kroger store or distribution center in Dallas, Fort Worth, Plano, Arlington, or anywhere in North Texas, let us help you navigate the legal process and fight for the compensation you deserve.
👉 Call us at (214) 214-3777 or fill out our online form now. Your future deserves protection.
