Texas
TXWC OptionalWorkers' Compensation Quick Reference
â ïļ Texas Workers â Important
Workers' compensation is optional for employers in Texas. If your employer is a "non-subscriber" (opted out of WC), you cannot file a workers' comp claim. However, you may be able to sue your employer directly in civil court â and without the exclusive remedy defense, employers can be liable for pain and suffering, full wage loss, and more.
Report to Employer
Within 30 days
30 days from injury
File WC Claim
1 year
1 year from injury
TTD Benefit Rate
70.00% of AWW
70% of AWW for first 26 weeks; 75% for first 3 days
Max Weekly Benefit
$1,144
TTD cap
Waiting Period
7 days
Before benefits begin
Retroactive After
14 days
Waiting period paid back if disabled longer
Can You Sue Your Employer?
IMPORTANT: WC is optional for Texas employers. Non-subscribers can be sued directly in civil court.
Even if you can't sue your employer, you may be able to sue a third party â equipment manufacturers, property owners, other contractors. Learn more about third-party claims â
Official WC Board
Texas Division of Workers' Compensation
https://www.tdi.texas.gov/wc/ âFile complaints, check claim status, and access forms at the official state WC board website.
Calculate Your Texas Benefits
Benefits Calculator â
Estimate your weekly TTD benefit in Texas
Check Reporting Deadline â
How many days do you have left to report your injury in Texas?
AWW Calculator â
Calculate your Average Weekly Wage correctly
Impairment Rating Value â
What does your impairment rating mean in dollars?
Get a Free WC Attorney Review in Texas
Most WC attorneys in Texas work on contingency â you pay nothing unless you win.
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