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Workers' Compensation Arbitration
Texas Department of Insurance Division of Workers' Compensation
Voluntary alternative to a contested case hearing for resolving current and future benefit disputes in a workers' compensation claim.
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How to get help
All parties must complete and sign DWC Form-044 and file it with DWC by mail or fax no later than the 20th day after the benefit review conference.
Who this service helps
All parties to a Texas workers' compensation claim who did not resolve every disputed issue at the benefit review conference and unanimously agree to arbitration.
Where this service is available
Service area: Parties to Texas workers' compensation benefit disputes statewide, including claims connected to the Central Texas counties.
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About this service
An arbitrator receives sworn testimony and evidence and issues an award when all parties timely agree to use arbitration after a benefit review conference.
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