As you may know, if you are injured while working as a harbor worker or longshoreman, you are entitled to benefits under the Longshore & Harbor Workers Compensation Act (LHWCA). By extension of that law, if you are injured overseas while working for a U.S. contractor, you are entitled to benefits under the Defense Base Act (DBA). While the definitions …
Pursuing Claims Under LHWCA & State Workers Compensation Programs
Can I pursue a claim under my state’s Workers Compensation program & LHWCA? The question often arises whether an injured worker can pursue compensation from both a state workers’ compensation program and the Longshore & Harbor Workers Compensation Act. First, if you are working overseas and are injured, then the Defense Base Act is your workers’ compensation program. State programs …
Supporting the Miami Design Preservation League
Samuel Frankel, Esq. and Barnett, Lerner & Karsen, P.A. are a proud supporter of the Miami Design Preservation League, a non-profit organization devoted to preserving, protecting, and promoting the Miami Beach Architectural Historic District, one of the largest Art Deco locations in the world. The League assists in maintaining the integrity of the architecture, design, and community planning of this …
¿Qué es el Derecho Marítimo?
Si usted o alguien que usted conoce está asociado en trabajando en alta mar, o se ha lesionado mientras trabajaba en las aguas navegables es importante conocer y comprender las leyes. La comprensión de las leyes puede ayudar usted y sus seres queridos evitar situaciones peligrosas y puede ayudar mejor protegerse a sí mismo. Si no estás familiarizado con el …
Another Succesful Resolution
Mr. Frankel, I am so overwhelmed with emotion from this news. I had thought to myself that you might possibly get an additional few thousand with the negotiations, never did I dream you would get over 40% more than the original offer. I am so thankful to God for having blessed me with your representation. Sir, you have done such a great job …