Houston Non-Subscriber Workplace Injury Claims Attorney
When Texas employees are injured, most assume workers’ compensation automatically covers them. However, unlike many other states, Texas does not require private employers to carry workers’ compensation insurance.
Companies that choose not to participate in the system are known as non-subscribers. If you work for a non-subscriber employer and are injured, you may have the right to file a non-subscriber injury claim for damages.
At Spiliotis Law PLLC, we help employees understand their rights, build compelling cases, and pursue compensation through non-subscriber claims. Our experience on both the plaintiff and defense sides gives us a strategic edge in handling these complex cases throughout Harris County and statewide.
Book a free initial consultation with a Houston non-subscriber injury claims lawyer at Spiliotis Law PLLC by phone at (713) 609-1469 or submit our online contact form.
Non-Subscriber Employers in Texas
Opting out of the Texas workers’ compensation program allows employers to avoid the system's administrative costs and strict rules. However, it also exposes them to lawsuits from injured workers.
Unlike in workers’ compensation, where benefits are typically capped, non-subscriber injury claims allow employees to seek full compensation for medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering. Non-subscriber employers lose key legal protections in exchange for opting out.
For example, they cannot argue that:
- The employee’s own negligence partially caused the injury
- Another employee was responsible for the incident
- The injured worker assumed the risk of the job
This makes non-subscriber claims a powerful tool for injured employees seeking justice.
Common Situations Leading to Non-Subscriber Injury Claims
Non-subscriber claims often arise from:
- Unsafe work conditions
- Inadequate training or supervision
- Defective equipment or tools
- Violations of safety policies
- Failure to provide necessary safety gear
Employees in construction, manufacturing, oil and gas, hospitality, and other high-risk industries are especially vulnerable to serious workplace injuries.
