Victims of a New Braunfels Tx Work Injury

Have you been injured at work in New Braunfels, Texas? Work injuries are unfortunately very common throughout the United States. The U.S. Department of Labor reports that, throughout the United States, there were 2.6 million nonfatal workplace injuries and illnesses by 2021.

Employers are responsible for providing a safe work environment, effective safety equipment and gear, and proper training for employees. When an employer fails to do this and an accident occurs, they may be liable for any injuries or illnesses.

If you are a victim of a New Braunfels work accident, a dedicated attorney at Carabin Shaw can help you receive the compensation you deserve.

Unlike other states, Texas does not require an employer to have workers’ compensation coverage. If your employer does not have this coverage, however, you still may be able to receive compensation for your injuries by working with a lawyer to file a personal injury lawsuit.

If your employer does have workers’ compensation coverage, you may be able to successfully file a claim on your own. The process can be complicated, however, and issues can arise. New Braunfels attorneys at Carabin Shaw can help.

While most people may associate workplace accidents with jobs that are heavy on manual labor, the truth is that accidents can happen in any workplace. While it is more common for construction workers to report injuries from the job, an employee working in an office space may be susceptible to work injuries as well.

When boxes pile up in an office space, for instance, a worker could trip and fall. A secretary may develop carpal tunnel syndrome from typing day in and day out. A delivery driver may be hit by another car while on the road. Some common types of workplace accidents include but are not limited to:

• Slips and falls
• Motor vehicle collisions
• Repetitive movements
• Falling from heights
• Overexertion and muscle strain
• Exposure to toxins and chemicals
• Exposure to loud noise

We will conduct a thorough investigation of your case to ensure you receive compensation for injuries when your employer has failed to provide you with a safe work environment, proper training, or effective gear and equipment. Check out Carabin Shaw’s client reviews to learn how our professionals approach each case with dedication and care.

Even seemingly small accidents can result in serious injury including muscle strain and sprains, broken bones, cuts and lacerations, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, illnesses, and more.

Not only can these injuries rack up expensive medical bills, but they can interfere with your ability to enjoy life. Some people never fully recover from an injury or illness they developed at work, or they may not be able to return to their career. Victims of New Braunfels, Texas, work injury can receive compensation for:

• Medical bills
• Rehabilitation expenses
• Cost of prescription medication
• Medical transportation
• Lost wages due to missed work
• Pain and suffering
• Loss of enjoyment
• Loss of quality of life
• And more

If you have been injured because of your job, do not wait to take action. In Texas, you only have two years from the date of the incident to file a personal injury claim.

It is important to take action as soon as possible after the date of the incident. In the case of an illness you may have developed because of work, file a claim as soon as you notice symptoms or suspect the illness is work-related.

Our injury lawyers in New Braunfels, Texas will fight for you to receive compensation for your workplace injury. We offer a free case review / initial consultation. A professional is available to speak with you 24/7. Both English-speaking and Spanish-speaking staff are available. Call toll-free: 800-862-1260