Many workplace injuries occur in Texas every day. According to the Texas Department of Insurance, there were 2 nonfatal injuries/illnesses in Texas per 100 full-time workers in 2018.
When a worker is injured performing their job duties, they may be out of work for a period of time while they heal. To make up for these lost wages and related medical expenses, injured workers can receive workers' compensation benefits.
But, what happens if your employer fires you before you get a chance to file a claim? Can they legally terminate you as an employee just because you sustained a work injury?
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