Law Office of Alan Tysinger

What if my workers' comp pay is short or non-existent?

What if your workers' comp pay is short or non-existent? The law requires that they document the rate of pay using information from the employer supplied to you about your average pay before the injury. The average should be for the last 13 weeks before the injury, if possible. This... Read more →

When is the best time to hire a workers' comp lawyer?

The Chinese supposedly have an old saying: “The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.” Well, what does that mean? Basically this: if you want the best opportunity for success in your case, it would have been great to have already... Read more →

Avoiding Fraud Charges Through Hiring a Workers' Compensation Attorney

First of all, fraud is fraud, and in no way am I condoning it. But when I saw the headline for this man in Seguin who was convicted of fraud in his workers' compensation claim, I couldn't help but wonder if he could have avoided the problem with good advice... Read more →

I had a second job and my injury keeps me from working there, also. I'm losing pay from both jobs. What can I do?

If you had a second job when you got hurt and you are eligible for income benefits of any kind, you can request that the insurance company factor in the wage rate from your second job to your benefits. This applies even if you never lose time from that second... Read more →

What income benefits am I entitled to when I am hurt at work?

There are several categories of benefits. The first and most common is temporary income benefits (TIBS). TIBS are payable when you have a compensable injury, are disabled, and have not reached maximum medical improvement. TIBS are payable when you are unable to obtain and retain employment due to a compensable... Read more →