Understanding Delays in Non-Subscriber Work Injury Claims in North Texas
If you were injured on the job and your employer is a North Texas non-subscriber—such as many large companies in Dallas, Fort Worth, or Arlington—you might be frustrated by delays in receiving your lost wage payments. These delays can cause significant financial stress during a time when you should be focusing on recovery.
At Sandoval & Armstrong, we understand how non-subscriber systems work—and how they sometimes work against injured workers. Here’s why your wage benefits may be delayed and what you can do about it.
Common Reasons for Delayed Lost Wage Payments
1. Injury Verification
Before issuing lost wage payments, your employer (or their private insurance provider) must verify the severity and cause of your injury. This often involves reviewing your medical records and reports from doctors, which can lead to delays—especially if there’s any missing or inconsistent documentation.
2. Eligibility Disputes
Non-subscriber employers are not bound by the same rules as Texas workers’ compensation. That means they can question whether your injury is truly work-related, which can delay or even block your wage payments.
3. Calculating Wage Benefits
If you earned bonuses, commissions, or overtime, calculating your wage replacement can become complicated. Employers must gather and assess your full wage history to determine how much to pay—and any delay in that process may put your payments on hold.
4. Administrative Bottlenecks
Red tape can slow everything down. Whether it’s a backlog in HR, delays with a third-party administrator (TPA), or incomplete paperwork, administrative delays are a common—and frustrating—reason why payments don’t arrive on time.
5. Legal or Disputed Claims
If your claim is being contested—either due to causation, coverage, or prior health conditions—your payments may be delayed pending further investigation or even litigation.
6. Change in Employment Status
If your injury caused you to shift to a part-time role, light duty, or forced you to stop working entirely, your employer may need time to adjust wage payments or recalculate your eligibility—causing further delays.
7. Coordination With Medical Providers
In many cases, wage payments hinge on your doctor’s opinion. If your physician hasn’t submitted updated assessments or disability certifications, payments may be stalled until they do.
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 You Should Do If Your Payments Are Delayed
If you work in Dallas, Fort Worth, Arlington, or anywhere in North Texas and your lost wage benefits from a non-subscriber employer are delayed:
✅ Contact your employer’s HR department or insurance representative
✅ Make sure all medical documentation has been submitted
✅ Keep copies of all communications and paperwork
✅ Document every missed payment or delay
When to Contact a North Texas Work Injury Attorney
If your employer is dragging their feet, failing to communicate, or outright denying your lost wage payments, it may be time to speak with a lawyer.
At Sandoval & Armstrong, we specialize in Texas non-subscriber work injury cases, and we know how to fight for injured workers across North Texas. Whether you work at a warehouse in Dallas, a retail store in Fort Worth, or a distribution center in Arlington—we’re here to help you get the wage benefits you’re entitled to.
Experiencing Delays in Your Lost Wage Payments? Call Sandoval & Armstrong Today.
We’ll review your case, explain your rights, and take swift legal action if necessary. Your recovery shouldn’t be delayed by red tape or bad faith tactics.
