In Texas, the way attorneys get paid is as follows:
Once the attorney completes work on a case, they submit it to the state Division of Workers' Compensation for review. If the work is approved, the division sends out a notice to the client, the attorney, and the insurance carrier.
If the client is receiving benefits, the approved attorney fee amount will be deducted from the client's weekly check at a rate of 25% per week. If the client is not receiving benefits, the accrued attorney fees will become a lien on the case for future payment.
In short, if the client is receiving work comp income benefits, the attorney is entitled to 25% of the fee, regardless of the amount, to be deducted from the weekly check.