Who can help me if I get sick or injured at work?

DWC:

• Regulates workers’ compensation benefits in Texas. Keep in mind insurance companies and employers usually pay workers' compensation benefits, not DWC.
• Helps resolve disputes with insurers and employers.
• Provides workplace safety and health services.
• Can help with your claim. Just call 1-800-252-7031, option 1.
• Will meet with you in person at offices across Texas.
• Can help you file a complaint.

What to do if you are injured:

• Report the injury or illness to your employer.
• DWC will send you a notice of injury packet with the following documents:
  • Notice of Injury letter (CS-41)
  • DWC Form-041, Employee's Claim for Compensation for a Work-Related Injury or Occupational Disease
  • Injured Employee Rights and Responsibilities
  • Return-to-Work Information and Workplace Safety Tips for Injured Employees
  • Injured Employee Checklist
• If you don't get a packet or need help with your claim, call DWC at 1-800-252-7031, option 1.

For more information:

• Benefits - explains the different types of workers’ compensation benefits.
• Frequently Asked Questions - others may have the same questions as you.
• Dispute Resolution - shows you the dispute resolution process.
• Office of Injured Employee Counsel - can help with a dispute.
• Return-to-Work: Getting Back to Work After Your Injury - gets you back to work.
• Safety Violations Hotline - call 800-452-9595 to report safety issues, or report them online.
• Forms
  • DWC Form-041, Employee's Claim for Compensation for a Work-Related Injury or Occupational Disease
  • DWC Form-045, Request to Schedule, Reschedule, or Cancel a Benefit Review Conference (BRC), or to Proceed Directly to Contested Case Hearing (CCH)
  • DWC Form-048, Request to Get Reimbursed for Travel Costs
  • DWC Form-053, Employee Request to Change Treating Doctor
  • more employee forms