Possibly. Whether an injured employee can pursue a lawsuit against an employer depends heavily on the employer’s workers’ compensation status and the circumstances surrounding the accident.
Texas employers that participate in traditional workers’ compensation generally receive significant protection from employee negligence lawsuits. However, an employer that does not subscribe to Texas workers’ compensation may face a negligence claim when unsafe working conditions or other employer negligence contributed to an employee’s injury.
Because the distinction can dramatically affect your rights, one of the first things a Dallas work injury lawyer should investigate is the employer’s coverage on the date of the accident.
