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Work Injury Attorneys in Pasadena, TX
Understand Your Options After a Workplace Accident
Companies have a responsibility to the people they employ. They must maintain reasonably safe workplace environments, provide adequate protections for employees, and avoid any conduct that directly puts workers in harm’s way. When a company fails in this duty, and someone is hurt as a result, that company could be legally responsible. This is true even if the company does not provide workers’ compensation.
At SJ Injury Attorneys, we protect the rights of workers across Texas who have been harmed on the job. We do not handle workers’ compensation, but we do assist people who are not covered by workers’ comp and/or who may have a third-party liability claim. If you believe you may have a non-subscriber or third-party work injury claim in Pasadena, contact our firm right away to speak to a lawyer at no cost.
You can reach us online or by calling (936) 297-7972. We offer free consultations and do not collect any legal fees unless we win your case.
Our Neighbors. Their Outcomes.
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$2,000,000 Catastrophic Hand InjurySettlement for a client who sustained a degloving injury of his left hand while working at a machine shop in Houston, Texas
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$800,000 Leg Fractures Injury
Injured worker from Spring, Texas suffered multiple fractures to her leg. After a three day trial the judge awarded her $800,000. Attorney fees and expenses were $340,000.
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$350,000 Workplace Fall Injury
Recovered for a warehouse worker who fell from a 10-foot platform. The employee suffered multiple facial fractures.
Do Texas Employers Have to Offer Workers’ Compensation?
Texas is the only state in the U.S. where workers’ compensation is not mandatory for nearly all private employers. This means that, if you work in Texas, you might not be covered by this no-fault system. Fortunately, however, it is still possible to get compensation for an illness or injury related to your work in Texas.
A company that opts out of workers’ comp is known as a “non-subscriber” employer. The name is a little unclear, but it simply means that a company has decided, for whatever reason, that they won’t “subscribe” to the workers’ compensation program.
Ideally, you would be aware of your company’s policies related to work-related injury and illness from the start of your employment. But how can you find out whether your workplace is a non-subscriber employer?
Identifying Non-Subscriber Employers
While your employer may not go out of their way to tell you they are a non-subscriber workplace, there are some fairly straightforward ways to check.
These include:
- Non-subscriber employers are required to post a written notice in the workplace.
- Policies about injury and/or illness should appear in your contract, the employee manual, the policy list, or in other official documents you receive or sign as part of the hiring process.
If your workplace does not appear on the Texas Division of Workers’ Compensation website, they are likely a non-subscriber employer.
Meet the Team Behind Every Case
From intake to trial, every person on this team plays a part in getting you the outcome you deserve.
Behind every case file is a full team working on your behalf: case managers, paralegals, and support staff who answer your calls, track down your records, and keep you in the loop every step of the way. We built this firm to feel less like a law office and more like a neighbor you can count on. That starts with hiring people who care, and it shows in how we treat every client who walks through our door.
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“I knew few attorneys a couple years back when I needed one to represent me in a case involving an accident with my wife. I was introduced to Mr. Soileau one evening while I was out playing golf. He sat down and took time out his golf game and listened to my predicament I was facing. Afterward, by the way, he handled everything so professionally I hired him and his firm to represent me, hoping we'd settle without it going to court. Needless to say we settled out of court within a year and I was well satisfied with the settlement. Thanks again to Chris Soileau. I'd recommend them to anyone needing a great down to earth attorney, who has a family and wants to know you personally.”- Paul R.
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“My car was hit by a guy who was racing down the highway. The impact forced my vehicle into a retaining wall. At the time I was between jobs and Mr. Soileau helped me find medical care. Ultimately, Chris obtained a great settlement for my case.”- S.J.
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“They've represented me multiple times.”- K.L. Song
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“Right from the beginning, we felt like we had a champion in our corner. His entire staff was great to work with, and Chris never stopped fighting for us. He made the entire process a breeze to work through, and when he took on the responsibility of dealing with the doctor's bill and insurance it freed my wife and I up to concentrate on our healing process. Thanks, Chris Soileau for doing such a fantastic job. The big check at the end was pretty nice too!”- Joey J.
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“I had a great experience working with this firm. They did an amazing job, were professional, responsive, and kept me informed throughout the process.”- Jamaya
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“After getting several denials for a medical payments claim I made due to an automobile accident, I contacted Chris Soileau. Mr. Soileau reviewed my file and determined the insurance company acted in bad faith. I highly recommend using this firm if you are having trouble with your insurance company.”- M.M.
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“They won't give up, they will keep fighting until they win.”- Emely M.
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“I got rear-ended by a big SUV that did not have insurance and to my surprise, Leticia, the case manager, figured out I had personal injury insurance. She took care of me from start to finish. The doctors and chiropractors they recommended took away the injuries caused by the accident. I became a new man with a new strong lower back and I received a nice surprising settlement amount that I wasn’t expecting during the holidays.”- Larry R.
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“I've been in a couple of car accidents and have been lucky enough to have Chris Soileau as my attorney. They have helped me through these tough times and I am forever thankful. I definitely recommend.”- Jessica B.