Asked in Employment Law and Workers' Compensation for Texas

Q: What to do when you disagree with the company doctor And you know that the injury was work related

All restrictions are removed including a brace given by previous w c doctor

1 Lawyer Answer
Beatriz Adriana Sosa-Morris
Beatriz Adriana Sosa-Morris
Answered
  • Workers' Compensation Lawyer
  • Houston, TX
  • Licensed in Texas

A: You need to dispute the extent of injury and set up a benefits review conference. You dispute the extent of injury by filling out a DWC 45 and filing it with TDI-DWC. You can find the form here: http://www.tdi.texas.gov/forms/dwc/dwc045brc.pdf However, I recommend you consult with an attorney regarding your rights before you go to a benefits review conference ("BRC"). You need to have medical evidence that the injury was work related and an attorney can make sure that the medical records you have are legally sufficient.

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