Longshore and Harbor Workers

Knowledgeable representation for LHWA and SCWCA claims

The Longshore and Harbor Workers Practice Group at Young Clement Rivers, LLP is distinguished by the depth of knowledge and extensive experience of its attorneys in defending claims under the federal Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Act. The Group’s attorneys are members of the firm’s Workers’ Compensation Practice Group and also have a daily working knowledge of state claims arising under the South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Act.

The Group represents both insured and self-insured maritime employers in managing and defending Longshore Act claims, including those involving:

  • Longshoring operations
  • Stevedoring
  • Break bulk cargo handling
  • Ship repair
  • Jones Act
  • Defense Base Act
  • Occupational disease
  • Hearing loss claims
  • Accidental death
  • Third party claims

Additionally, with decades of experience in litigating South Carolina claims, and their specific and in-depth knowledge of state and federal laws, the Group’s attorneys have the unique ability to effectively and simultaneously handle federal Longshore Act claims and concurrent South Carolina Workers’ Compensation Act claims where they arise. Our clients benefit from the management of these complex concurrent jurisdiction claims by a single defense attorney, resulting in more coordinated, cost-effective litigation.

Mediation Services

With its depth of experience and knowledge of federal and state law, the Group provides mediation services for a variety of claims involving both the South Carolina and the Longshore Acts. These services extend to claims involving multiple parties, as well as claims involving the concurrent jurisdiction of federal and state workers’ compensation laws.

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To talk to one of Young Clement Rivers, LLP’s seasoned South Carolina advocates, call (888) 341-0302 or contact the firm online.