Downs & Stanford's extensive workers' compensation practice, coupled with our insurance defense knowledge, allows us to expertly protect the interests of insurance carriers, self-insureds, political entities, and employers. Our firm has established one of the largest workers' compensation practices in North Texas, and maintains a docket that encompasses all Texas venues. We have a prominent legislative and administrative presence in Austin, Texas, and maintain a strong presence before the Division of Workers’ Compensation, serving as the Austin Representative for many of our clients.
Downs & Stanford provides support for all areas of workers' compensation claims, from the administrative level through litigation and appeal. Services include legal consultation, medical dispute resolution, administrative hearing representation, and appeals. Our attorneys often serve as expert witnesses on workers' compensation issues. In addition, we investigate workplace accidents and deaths for potential exposure to the employer under the Texas Labor Code.
To better serve our clients, our crisis management team is available after hours for an immediate response to catastrophic matters, ensuring the protection of our clients’ rights by preserving critical evidence at the work site.
Downs & Stanford offers a full spectrum of subrogation services to determine subrogation potential and lien recovery.