Manufacturing Worker Injured in Texas?
Last updated: 2026 · Verified against Texas DWC regulations
Reviewed by: Sandra R. Cervantes, Esq.
Workers' Compensation Attorney · TX Bar #24087632 · 16 yrs exp.
Last reviewed: January 2026 · Verified against state DWC regulations
Find out what your burn injury claim is worth. Texas workers typically receive $8,000–$75,000. Free, no-obligation assessment.
$8,000
Avg low
$75,000
Avg high
1 year
Deadline
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Your estimated weekly TTD benefit: $560/week
70%
of avg weekly wage (TTD)
$1,066
max weekly benefit
15%
typical attorney fee
1
filing deadline
Texas Workers' Comp Law — Key Facts
Governing statute: Texas Labor Code § 406
TTD rate: 70% of average weekly wage
Maximum weekly benefit: $1,066
Statute of limitations: 1 year from injury
Filing deadline: Report to employer within 30 days
Key features of Texas's system:
- ✓ Employer opt-out system — verify your employer subscribes
- ✓ Impairment Income Benefits (IIBs) based on AMA 4th Ed.
- ✓ 104-week Temporary Income Benefit cap before permanent rating
Texas is the only state where employer participation in the workers' compensation system is optional (non-subscriber employers lose common-law defenses and can face tort suits). Subscribing employers are governed by the Texas Department of Insurance, Division of Workers' Compensation (DWC). Texas uses the AMA Guides, 4th Edition for impairment ratings. Injured workers have one year from the injury date to file a claim with the DWC.
What to Expect with Burn Injury in Texas
20%
Average impairment rating
$55,000
Average medical costs
Workplace burn injuries range from minor contact burns (first-degree) to catastrophic full-thickness burns covering large body surface areas. Burns are classified by depth (first through fourth degree) and surface area using the "rule of nines." Even moderate second-degree burns covering 10–15% of body surface area require hospitalization, surgical debridement, and skin grafting. Burn victims in industrial settings (chemical plant explosions, electrical arc flash, foundry operations) often suffer inhalation injury simultaneously, which is a life-threatening complication. Scar formation and contractures after significant burns frequently lead to permanent functional limitations, cosmetic disfigurement claims, and the need for reconstructive surgery over many years. These factors substantially increase claim value.
Common treatments
- ✓ Fluid resuscitation and wound care in a burn center
- ✓ Surgical debridement and skin grafting
- ✓ Negative pressure wound therapy (VAC)
- ✓ Physical therapy for contracture prevention
- ✓ Reconstructive and plastic surgery
- ✓ Compression garments and scar management
Documentation needed
- ✓ Burn center admission and treatment records
- ✓ Percentage of total body surface area (TBSA) burned
- ✓ Incident report and fire investigation report
- ✓ OSHA 300 log entry
- ✓ Photographs of the burn site and injuries
- ✓ Long-term care plan including future reconstructive surgeries
Frequently asked questions
How is burn injury compensation calculated in Texas?
In Texas, your weekly benefit is 70% of your average weekly wage, capped at $1,066. Permanent disability is calculated based on your impairment rating.
What is the average burn injury settlement in Texas?
Texas workers with burn injury typically settle between $8,000 and $75,000, depending on impairment rating, treatment costs, and lost wages.
How long do I have to file a workers' comp claim in Texas?
1 year from injury. Missing this deadline can permanently bar your claim. Contact a workers' comp attorney as soon as possible.
Do I need a lawyer for a workers' comp claim in Texas?
You are not required to have an attorney, but representation significantly increases average settlement amounts. Most workers' comp attorneys work on contingency — no fee unless you win. Typical fees are 15% of settlement.
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This calculator provides estimates for informational purposes only. Actual compensation depends on the specific facts of your case, your state's workers' compensation laws, and the outcome of any proceedings. Always consult a licensed workers' compensation attorney in your state.