Understanding Your Rights When Injured at H-E-B
If you were injured while working at H-E-B in North Texas, your case falls under a unique category of work injury claims. That’s because H-E-B is a Texas Non-Subscriber — meaning it does not provide workers’ compensation insurance under the Texas Workers’ Compensation Act (TWCA).
H-E-B made the decision to opt out of the state’s workers’ compensation system in 1994, which means injured employees (referred to internally as “Partners”) are not entitled to TWCA benefits. Instead, you must pursue your claim under Texas’s non-subscriber injury laws — which can be complex and time-sensitive.
At Sandoval Armstrong, PLLC, we have successfully handled cases against some of the largest non-subscriber employers in Texas, including H-E-B, Walmart, Home Depot, and Lowe’s. If you were hurt while working at an H-E-B store, warehouse, or distribution center in Dallas, Fort Worth, Denton, or surrounding areas, we’re here to help.
Not an HEB case? View list of North Texas Non-Subscribers Companies.
How Do I Know If I’m in a Non-Subscriber Case?
In Texas, private employers can choose to opt out of the workers’ compensation system and operate as non-subscribers. This includes some of the state’s biggest companies.
Unlike workers’ compensation subscribers, non-subscribers:
- Do not have liability caps under Texas law
- Can be sued directly for negligence
- Lose common-law defenses such as:
- Claiming your injury was your own fault
- Blaming another employee
- Arguing you knew the danger and accepted the risk
That means if H-E-B was negligent in causing your injury — whether due to unsafe conditions, poor training, or lack of equipment — you may be entitled to significant compensation, including medical costs, lost wages, pain and suffering, and even punitive damages.
Here are some frequently asked questions about HEB Compensation Claims:
- What if my HEB worker’s compensation claim is denied, Can I still sue my employer for negligence?
- What steps should I take to protect my rights in a HEB Work Injury Case?
- What kind of Work Injury Coverage Does HEB Have?
- What are Texas Non-Subscribers? Are HEB Non-Subscribers?
- What is the likelihood that my employer, HEB, is a Texas Non-subscriber?
- How are Workers’ Compensation Claims Different from HEB Non-subscriber Claims?
- What Is an employment benefit plan or summary plan description?
- How Much Time do I have to file my HEB non-subscriber Claim?
- How soon so I have to report my injury at HEB?
- Why Can’t I Get A Response from the HEB insurance Claims adjuster?
- In My HEB Work Injury Compensation Case, Am I Really “Required” to See the Company Doctors?
- Can I See my Own Doctor?
- How do I know if I can File a Lawsuit against HEB?
- Why does my HEB worker’s compensation case have to filed in Arbitration?
- Why won’t the adjuster approve an MRI?
- What is an independent medical examination or IME?
- What is an Adverse Benefit Determination?
- How can my injury be pre-existing?
- Will I get fired if I hire a lawyer?
- Can I claim lost wages and recover medical costs in HEB work injury case?
- How long will it take to resolve my work injury case?
- Do I pay attorneys fees if my case is lost?
- Do I pay case expenses if my case is lost?
- Does my lawyer need to live in the area where I live or work for HEB?
- What are the truths and myths involved in a HEB work injury cases?
Read also: Not Your Typical Texas Workers’ Compensation Case
Injured While Working at H-E-B in North Texas? Let Us Help.
At Sandoval Armstrong, PLLC, we understand the challenges of non-subscriber claims and are committed to standing up for injured workers across North Texas.
Call us today for a free consultation and let’s start building your case.
State Workers’ Compensation Laws
Each state has a workers’ compensation benefits system setup to protect injured employees. In Texas, companies that do not participate in the traditional workers compensation system are called “nonsubscribers.” Additionally, work injury claims are handled differently for employees of these companies. Many North Texas workers compensation attorneys simply do not understand the differences between traditional and nonsubscriber claims. To learn whether you could benefit from these State laws, please call us now for a free consultation at (214) 214-3777.
Common Injuries We See Among H-E-B Workers:
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Back Injuries and Muscle Strain
- Slip and Fall Accidents
- Falls from Ladders or Stockroom Equipment
- Repetitive Motion Injuries
- Cuts, bruises, and broken bones
If you’ve suffered any type of injury while on the job at H-E-B, our team at Sandoval Armstrong, PLLC can help you navigate the legal and insurance process from start to finish.
You May Be Entitled to Compensation For:
- Disfigurement or permanent limitations
- Medical expenses related to your injury
- Lost wages during time off work
- Future income loss if you’re permanently injured
- Pain and suffering
- Mental anguish or emotional distress
Non-Subscriber Work Injuries: For H-Not sure what to do next? Let us guide you.
If you or someone you know has been injured while working at H-E-B in North Texas, reach out for a free consultation with Sandoval Armstrong, PLLC. We’ll help you understand your legal options and fight for the compensation you deserve.
📞 Call your North Texas worker’s comp lawyers today at (214) 214-3777 or fill out our online form to get started.
Considerations in an HEB Non-Subscriber Case
- HEB Workers Compensation Claims
- HEB Work Injury Lawsuits
- Top 5 Myths in HEB Worker’s Compensation Cases
- HEB Workers Compensation FAQs
- About Your HEB Workers’ Comp Case: What You Should Know [Infographic]
- Why Is It So Important to Notify My Employer HEB About a Work Injury in Texas?
- Can a Texas Nonsubscriber HEB Work Injury Case Be Settled in Under a Year?
