Sheila Woods
Texas Workers Comp Center
Garland, Texas · 6 Years Experience
About Sheila Woods
A Garland native, Sheila Woods brings 6 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
- Wrongful Termination
- Discrimination
Frequently Asked Questions
Sheila Woods 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.
Sheila Woods handles all types of workers' compensation cases in Texas, including Permanent Disability, Workers Comp Settlements, Vocational Rehabilitation, 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 Sheila immediately after any workplace injury.
Yes — claim denials are one of Sheila Woods's specialties. Insurance companies routinely deny valid claims hoping workers won't fight back. With 6 years of experience in Texas workers' comp law, Sheila knows exactly how to appeal denials and fight for the benefits you're entitled to.
Sheila Woods primarily serves clients in Garland and the surrounding Texas area, but handles cases throughout the state. If you're in Texas and were injured at work, contact Sheila's office for a free consultation regardless of your location.
Education & Credentials
- J.D. New England Law School of Law
- Bar Texas State Bar, admitted 2020
- Mbr Texas Workers' Compensation Bar Association