Frequently Asked Questions

If I am involved in a vehicle accident in my personal vehicle while conducting district business, can I file a claim on the district’s auto liability policy?

No, you will have to file a claim with your own personal auto insurance carrier.

If my vehicle is damaged while on district property will the district repair my vehicle?

No, you will have to file a claim with your own personal auto insurance carrier.

If my personal property is stolen from a district facility, does the district carry insurance that will cover my stolen property?

No, the district does not provide insurance to cover personal property stolen from a district facility.

Does the district have insurance to cover medical expenses if a parent, visitor or student is injured while on district property?

No, the district has Tort Immunity, therefore we are not liable for injuries to parents, visitors or students while on district property. The only exception is for district students participating in UIL sports.

Does the district have insurance to cover district students while participating in UIL sports?

Yes, the district has Athletic Insurance. Contact Corey Eaton to file a claim at 214-775-8904.

Does the district provide insurance for students participating in field trips?

Yes, the district provides field trip insurance for Dallas ISD students participating in school sponsored and supervised field trips. The insurance is secondary to any other insurance available to the student and provides minor medical coverage. Contact Dena Dutchover at 972-925-4084 to file a claim.

Who pays for the insurance?

The district pays for the insurance. You do not need to send any documentation or money to Risk Management for field trip insurance.

If I quit my job, can I receive unemployment benefits?

Unemployment insurance is available for individuals who are unemployed due to no fault of their own.

How do I apply for unemployment benefits?

You can call the Texas Workforce Commission at 1-800-558-8321 or go to their website at ui.texasworkforce.org

Why can’t I receive benefits, since money was coming out of my paycheck every month?

The district does not take money out of your paycheck every month. In Texas, employers pay for unemployment benefits. It is against the law for employers to deduct unemployment taxes from your wages.

If I am unemployed will I get unemployment benefits?

Not everyone who applies for benefits will be eligible for benefits. The Texas Workforce Commission reviews your past wages and investigates your job separation reason to determine eligibility.

What is Workers’ Compensation?

Workers’ Compensation is a no fault insurance, which pays reasonable medical costs when an employee is injured on the job. These benefits may also replace part of the wages lost due to an on-the-job injury. It pays income benefits if permanent impairment occurs from an on-the-job injury.

Who is covered?

A Dallas ISD employee is a person who is in the service of the district and is on the district's payroll who is paid on a bi-weekly or monthly basis. (Labor Code 504.001, 014) However, the following people are not considered employees for the purposes of Workers’ Compensation:

• Independent contractors (staffing agency employees)
• Volunteers (except during a Governor-declared State of Emergency)
• Any person who is not a Dallas ISD employee

Can a supervisor determine whether or not an employee can file a claim?

In most cases, it is easy to determine if an on-the-job injury has occurred. Some cases, however, may require further investigation. It is not the supervisor’s responsibility to make this determination. If the injured employee feels that the injury or illness is work-related, then it should be reported by the designated person on a specific work site.

Where can an employee receive medical treatment if injured on the job?

The following websites are for clinics and medical centers in the Dallas ISD 504 Health Care Program that can treat minor injuries/illnesses and non-life-threatening conditions. Find a location near you by clicking on the link(s) listed below. You should take your Dallas ISD employee badge at the time of your visit, especially if it is after work hours.

• Baylor Scott and White/Nextcare Urgent Care
• CareNow Urgent Care
• Concentra Urgent Care
• Nova Medical Centers
• ProActive Work Services
• Emergency Room

What if an employee needs emergency treatment?

In an emergency, injured employees may go to any hospital's emergency room. However, follow-up care after the injury has been stabilized will be maintained within the Dallas ISD 504 Health Care Program. If an employee chooses not to use the Dallas ISD 504 Health Care Program, they may incur out-of-pocket expenses.

When are benefits paid to qualified claimants?

You may be paid temporary income benefits (TIBs) if your work-related injury or illness causes you to lose all or some of your wages for more than seven (7) days.