What if I have an injury to a scheduled and a non-scheduled part of my body?

This article explains what happens if you have sustained an injury to a scheduled part of the body as well as a non‑scheduled part of your body.

Can I settle my Longshore Claim for a lump sum amount of money?

This article explains how you can receive a lump sum settlement for your medical and/or compensation benefits.

If I quit my job after I am injured, can I still collect medical benefits and compensation benefits under the Longshore Act?

This article explains your rights even if you lose your employment after suffering an under the Longshore Act.

My Employer Has Started Paying Benefits Under The Longshore Act; Does This Mean That My Claim Falls Under Longshore Jurisdiction?

This article explains that even if your employer has started your claim under the LHWCA, it does not mean that the Longshore Act must or will apply to your claim.  You may collect more under the Jones Act.

Am I entitled to compensation benefits even if I’m incarcerated during my period of disability?

Under the LHWCA an employee is actually entitled to receive compensation benefits during periods of incarceration even though, arguably, the employee could not have obtained work due to his incarceration.  The case of Allen v. Metropolitan Stevedore Company provided this ruling which is very favorable to injured employees under the LHWCA.