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Experienced Workers Compensation Doctors Treating Work Injury

According to workers compensation laws and the Texas Department of Insurance - Division of Workers Compensation (TDI-DWC), Texas workers are afforded the right to choose their own treating doctor when getting care for their work-related injury. This means you can… - Choose a doctor who is experienced in treating work injuries - Choose a clinic that is experienced in properly handling workers compensation claims - Choose a clinic that will put your needs first (not a company doctor that yields your employer) - Choose a clinic that provides free claims assistance to help make sure you get the care and compensation benefits you deserve - Choose a doctor that provides excellent medical care and rehabilitation services so that you fully recover from your injury - Choose the doctors at 1-800-CLINICS! CALL 1-800-CLINICS NOW FOR A FREE CONSULTATION If You File Incorrectly You Could Lose Your Benefits Though there are several great physicians in DFW, very few know how to properly treat and hand...

Workers' Compensation Fact Sheet

If you are hurt at work, workers' compensation (or "workers' comp") pays your medical bills. It also pays 60% of your lost wages after you miss more than three days of work. Workers' compensation is a type of insurance that all employers MUST provide. Workers' Comp Covers All Employees It doesn't matter whose fault the injury was. In most cases, employees can get workers' comp, including part-time, temporary, and immigrant workers. Undocumented workers are eligible for most types of workers' compensation benefits, including payment of medical bills. Reporting Injuries If you are hurt at work, tell your employer. Fill out an accident report (form 8aWCA) right away. You can get this form from the employer. Make sure to keep a copy for yourself. You have up to two years to report workplace injuries and illnesses, but it is best to report right away. Choosing Your Doctor You have the right to chose your own doctor if you are hurt at work. You also have...