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How to file for worker's comp in texas
Report your injury to your employer.
Notify your employer as soon as possible after your injury. Under texas law, you only have 30 days to report your injury to your employer after it happens.
If you miss this deadline, you won't be able to file for worker's compensation benefits. However, this deadline still applies even if your employer doesn't have worker's compensation insurance.