Workers Compensation Notice Requirements for Employees – TX
TEXAS
Must Employee Give Notice of Injury or Illness to Employer?
Yes
Must Notice Be in Writing?
No
When Must Notice Be Given?
Not later than the 30th day after the injury occurs.
Exemptions to Notice Requirements
Employer has actual knowledge; workers compensation commission determines good cause exists for the failure to provide notice; employer or employer’s insurance carrier does not contest the claim.
Effect of Failure to Notify Employer
Claim for compensation is barred.
Other Provisions
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Citation to Authority – Click link to view statute:
Notice of injury to employer
Failure to file notice of injury