Our firm provides strategic, comprehensive defense of claims arising under the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA). This federal statute governs medical and wage-replacement benefits for maritime employees injured on, near or adjacent to navigable waters, including piers, wharves, dry docks, terminals, marine railways, and other waterfront facilities involved in vessel construction, repair, loading or unloading. We understand the legal, operational, and financial challenges employers, insurers and maritime companies face when responding to LHWCA claims. Our attorneys bring extensive experience litigating before the U.S. Department of Labor, the Office of Administrative Law Judges, the Benefits Review Board and the U.S. Courts of Appeals. Working closely with clients, investigators, and medical and vocational experts, we develop disciplined, evidence-driven defenses tailored to the facts of each case. We provide proactive, results-focused representation at every stage of the process—from initial claim evaluation through trial and appeal.

Contact us to learn how our experienced defense team can help you effectively manage risk and defend Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act claims with confidence.

For more information, please contact:

Blake J. Hood, Esq.

(904) 358-4203

BJHood@mdwcg.com

Anthony Natale III, Esq.

(215) 575-2745

APNatale@mdwcg.com