Q: My girlfriend was seriously injured while working for a remodeling company in Texas she is a subcontractor ..help
The company carries wc insurance does she have a claim
A: This can get a little tricky. There are certain DWC forms that dictate who will be the workers' comp carrier. When you say there is coverage, are you referring to the subcontractor or the general contractor. If it is with the subcontractor, she should be covered; however, if it is with the general contractor, she may not be covered. You need to discuss this with a qualified workers' compensation attorney to get all of the details.
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