Margaret Hunter
Hunter & Associates
Mansfield, Texas · 23 Years Experience
About Margaret Hunter
A Mansfield native, Margaret Hunter brings 23 years of workers' comp experience to every case. Before entering private practice, she worked for the Texas Workers' Compensation Board, giving her unique insight into how claims are evaluated. She now uses that knowledge to maximize outcomes for injured workers.
Practice Areas
- Workers Compensation
- FMLA
- ADA Compliance
Frequently Asked Questions
Margaret Hunter 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.
Margaret Hunter handles all types of workers' compensation cases in Texas, including Repetitive Stress, Carpal Tunnel, 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 Margaret immediately after any workplace injury.
Yes — claim denials are one of Margaret Hunter's specialties. Insurance companies routinely deny valid claims hoping workers won't fight back. With 23 years of experience in Texas workers' comp law, Margaret knows exactly how to appeal denials and fight for the benefits you're entitled to.
Margaret Hunter primarily serves clients in Mansfield and the surrounding Texas area, but handles cases throughout the state. If you're in Texas and were injured at work, contact Margaret's office for a free consultation regardless of your location.
Education & Credentials
- J.D. Suffolk University School of Law
- Bar Texas State Bar, admitted 2003
- Mbr Texas Workers' Compensation Bar Association