The Longshore Procedure Manual
A Reference Guide To Longshore Claims

The Longshore Procedure Manual is the most thorough and informative publication on The Longshore & Harbor Work ers' Compensation Act and its extensions. Addressing subjects from jurisdiction to disability, notice to death benefits, it provides the practitioner with in-depth knowledge of how to proceed. Each subject is supported by case law and reference to the Office of Work er's Compensation Programs' many regulations.

All the rules and procedures of the Benefits Review Board, Office of Work ers' Compensation Programs, and Office of Administrative Law Judges are explained in detail with information on how to proceed in a timely and efficient manner. All current forms utilized in Longshore claims are included as an index with references to pertinent case law. Topics covered in The Longshore Procedure Manual include:

• Administration
• Coverage & Reporting Requirements
• Medical Benefits & Rehabilitation
• Compensation
• Disability
• Settlements
• Special Fund
• Death Benefits
• Third-Party Claims
• Occupational Disease
• Litigation & Attorney Fees
• Extensions
• LS Forms

Update Service

The court system is continually defining the application and breadth of The Longshore Act through the decisions it reaches. To keep abreast of changes in the law, The Longshore Procedures manual is updated quarterly. The latest decisions of the courts and the Office of Work ers' Compensation Programs are incorporated to ensure up-to-the-moment information and case law.

The Longshore Procedure Manual is being completely rewritten - a new, thoroughly revised publication - indispensable for handling claims.  For information on ordering a subscription click here.