If you’re working as a temporary Amazon employee in Texas and suffer a workplace injury, you may be wondering: Do I qualify for injury benefits? The answer is yes—but it depends on the circumstances.
Amazon employs thousands of temporary workers across Texas—especially in fulfillment centers in cities like Dallas, Fort Worth, and Arlington. But when injuries happen, these workers often face confusion and delays in getting the medical care and compensation they deserve.
At Sandoval Armstrong, we help temporary and contract workers in Texas understand their rights and fight for the benefits they’re entitled to.
Who Hires Temporary Amazon Workers?
Amazon often hires temporary workers through staffing agencies or third-party contractors. These agencies might include companies like Integrity Staffing Solutions, Adecco, or Kelly Services. That means you may technically work at Amazon but be employed by a different company.
This employment arrangement affects who is responsible for your workers’ compensation benefits.
Are Temp Workers Eligible for Workers’ Comp in Texas?
Yes—most temporary workers in Texas are eligible for workers’ compensation benefits, but only if their staffing agency or employer provides coverage.
Here’s what that means:
- If the staffing agency provides workers’ comp, you can file your claim through them.
- If Amazon directly employs you, and they provide workers’ comp or an injury benefit plan, you’ll file through them.
- If neither party carries workers’ comp, you may still have the right to file a personal injury lawsuit if negligence was involved.
What Benefits Are Available for Temp Workers?
If you qualify for workers’ compensation or a similar injury plan, you may be entitled to:
- Medical treatment for your injury
- Temporary income benefits while you recover
- Impairment income benefits if you suffer lasting damage
- Death benefits for family members in the event of a fatal injury
It’s important to act quickly and report your injury immediately—even if you’re unsure who your official employer is.
What If Your Injury Claim Is Denied?
Temporary Amazon workers are often denied benefits for reasons like:
- The employer claiming you’re not their employee
- The injury not being reported “on time”
- Disputes about whether the injury happened at work
Don’t give up. These cases are legally complex, but at Sandoval Armstrong, we know how to investigate employer relationships and fight for your benefits.
Why You Need a Lawyer
If you’re a temp worker injured at Amazon, you may feel stuck between the staffing agency and the warehouse—and neither is eager to pay. A lawyer can:
- Determine which company is responsible
- Help you file the correct type of claim
- Protect your rights from the start
- Take legal action if your benefits are unfairly denied
Injured as a Temporary Amazon Worker in Texas? We Can Help.
Don’t let confusion over your employment status stop you from getting help. At Sandoval Armstrong, we advocate for injured workers across North Texas—including temps and contractors.
Learn more about your legal rights and how to file an Amazon workers comp claim by calling North Texas worker’s comp lawyers Hector Sandoval or Warren Armstrong at (214) 214-3777.
