Denise Mendoza
Workplace Injury Attorneys Tyler
Tyler, Texas · 23 Years Experience
About Denise Mendoza
Denise Mendoza is one of Texas's most recognized workers' compensation attorneys, with 23 years of experience and thousands of satisfied clients. Operating from her Tyler office, she handles cases across Texas and routinely takes on the largest insurance carriers in the state.
Practice Areas
- Workers Compensation
- Medical Malpractice
- Slip and Fall
Frequently Asked Questions
Denise Mendoza works on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing unless you win. If your case is successful, the attorney's fee is a percentage of your settlement or award — typically 15–25% in Texas. There are no upfront costs and no fees if you don't recover.
Denise Mendoza handles all types of workers' compensation cases in Texas, including Back and Spine Injuries, Workers Compensation, Denied Claims, denied claims, permanent disability ratings, and workers' comp appeals.
In Texas, you generally must report your injury to your employer within 30 days and file a formal claim within 1–2 years of the injury date. These deadlines are strict — missing them can cost you your benefits. Contact Denise immediately after any workplace injury.
Yes — claim denials are one of Denise Mendoza's specialties. Insurance companies routinely deny valid claims hoping workers won't fight back. With 23 years of experience in Texas workers' comp law, Denise knows exactly how to appeal denials and fight for the benefits you're entitled to.
Denise Mendoza primarily serves clients in Tyler and the surrounding Texas area, but handles cases throughout the state. If you're in Texas and were injured at work, contact Denise's office for a free consultation regardless of your location.
Education & Credentials
- J.D. Western New England University School of Law
- Bar Texas State Bar, admitted 2003
- Mbr Texas Workers' Compensation Bar Association