Texas is the only state that allows private employers to opt out of the state's workers' compensation system. These employers are known as "non-subscribers." If you've been injured while working for a non-subscriber employer in New Braunfels, Texas, you may be entitled to significantly more compensation than a typical workers' comp claim would allow. At A2X Law, we help injured workers in New Braunfels and surrounding areas hold non-subscriber employers accountable for unsafe work environments, negligence, and denied injury claims. 

What Is a Workers' Comp Non-Subscriber? 

In Texas, not all employers are required to carry workers' compensation insurance. Those who opt out are referred to as non-subscribers. Although they aren't part of the official state system, they can still be held legally responsible for injuries sustained on the job. 

If your employer is a non-subscriber and you were injured due to their negligence or the negligence of a coworker, you may be able to file a personal injury lawsuit to recover full damages, including: 

• Pain and suffering 
• Full lost wages (not just partial) 
• Medical expenses 
• Emotional distress 
• Loss of earning capacity 
• Permanent disability or disfigurement 

How Do I Know If My Employer Is a Non-Subscriber? 

Many workers don't find out their employer is a non-subscriber until after they've been injured. Some companies even try to mislead employees into thinking they have no legal options. If your employer: 

• Denied your injury claim 
• Refused to cover medical expenses 
• Pressured you to return to work early 
• Fired or demoted you after your injury 
• Gave you confusing paperwork to sign after the accident 
• There's a chance they are a non-subscriber. 

Contact A2X Law and we'll investigate your case and your employer's status for free. 

Common Work Injuries Involving Non-Subscriber Employers 

In New Braunfels, we handle cases involving workplace injuries across various industries, including manufacturing, retail, oilfield services, hotels, construction, and warehousing. Typical injuries consist of:  

• Falls from platforms, ladders, or scaffolds  
• Back, neck, and spinal cord injuries 
• Machinery and equipment accidents 
• Burns, electrocution, or chemical exposure 
• Crushed limbs and amputations 
• Repetitive stress injuries 
• Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) 
• Vehicle accidents while on the job 

Regardless of your role or industry, if your employer was a non-subscriber and failed to provide a safe working environment, you may have a strong case. 

Why Non-Subscriber Cases Are Different and Stronger 

Texas law limits what defenses non-subscriber employers can use. For example: 

• They cannot blame you for your injury. 
• They cannot blame a coworker. 
• They are entirely responsible if their negligence caused your injury even partially. 
• This means you may be entitled to far more compensation than a traditional workers' comp claim would offer. 

What to Do If You're Hurt Working for a Non-Subscriber in New Braunfels 

To protect your health and legal rights, take the following steps: 

1. Report the injury to your employer as soon as possible 
2. Seek medical attention right away 
3. Avoid signing any settlement offers or waivers 
4. Document the injury and unsafe conditions (photos, witnesses, notes) 
5. Consult A2X Law before speaking with the company's insurance representative.  

Time limits apply, so don't delay getting legal help. 

Serving Workers in New Braunfels and Across Central Texas 

We represent injured employees throughout Comal County, Guadalupe County, and surrounding areas. Whether you work in a construction zone off I-35, a warehouse near Loop 337, or a restaurant in downtown New Braunfels, we're ready to fight for your rights. 

You've already suffered an injury; you shouldn't suffer again by being denied justice. 

Schedule a Consultation With a New Braunfels Work Injury Lawyer Today 

If you were hurt on the job and your employer doesn't carry workers' compensation insurance, you may be able to file a lawsuit to recover far more than what traditional workers' comp allows. 

Contact us today to speak with a knowledgeable workplace injury attorney in New Braunfels who understands non-subscriber claims and knows how to win them.