Workers’ Compensation and Nonsubscriber Cases
The complexities of the Texas Workers’ Compensation system can be extremely overwhelming for any individual, especially when you have just been injured on the job.  When you are injured on the job in Texas and your company has workers’ compensation insurance, an entirely different set of laws applies than if your company did not have the insurance.  It is important that you find an attorney that is informed and has experience dealing with these types of cases.  Attorney Adrienne S. Draper has all the tools to help you navigate this challenging system.
Workers’ compensation insurance companies can be very difficult to deal with.  While you are coping with the stress of an injury, the insurance companies often make you jump through hoops to get the benefits you deserve.
In Texas, you are entitled to reasonable and necessary medical benefits for your lifetime and income benefits if you are unable to work due to your injury.  There are a multitude of ways the insurance companies try to cheat you. This is why you need legal counsel to make sure you are protected.  The insurance companies have attorneys working for them, and so should you.  Initial consultation is free.

Third Party Claims
A third party case occurs when you are injured on the job, but your employer is not the only party at fault.  A third party claim makes it possible to have a claim against an individual or company other than your employer and its employees. You will still be able to receive benefits from your employer’s workers’ compensation insurance company, but you may also have a third party claim as well.
If you do not file a third party claim, you will be limited to workers’ compensation benefits, which include medical benefits and income replacement. However, third party settlement benefits are not limited.  Third party settlements may include: medical expenses, loss of earnings, disability, and pain and suffering. It is important to talk to a lawyer in order to determine if you have a third party claim.

Personal Injury
Getting injured in a motor vehicle accident is a very trying experience.  Due to another’s negligence, you are suddenly without a car, injured, and sometimes out of work. Unfortunately, when you do not have an attorney representing to you, insurance adjusters rarely offer the injured party all that they are entitled to due to their accident and injuries.  It is important that you have someone willing to fight for your rights.

 Jones Act, Longshore, Offshore Injuries
If you are injured on a dock or offshore, federal law applies.  This is treated very differently from a workers’ compensation case or personal injury case.  It is important you have attorneys that are knowledgeable and experienced in dealing with these types of cases.  You are entitled to medical and income benefits throughout your treatment.  However, under Jones Act Law, you are also entitled to a lump sum settlement at the end of your case. Initial Consultation is free. 

Death Claims
Losing a loved one due to the negligence of another is inexcusable and heart wrenching.  Although nothing can bring your loved one back, it is important to make sure that your family can still be cared for.  If your loved one was the bread winner in the household, it is important that you are compensated for the loss of earning potential.  Also, if it is your spouse that has passed away, you could be entitled to loss of consortium.  There are an array of damages in addition to pain and suffering, and it is important you know your rights. The Law Office of Adrienne S. Draper is equipped to secure the compensation you deserve.

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