How LHWCA or DBA Claims Work
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Speaker: Amie C. Peters
Understanding the dispute processes available in LHWCA/DBA claims makes administering these cases easier. In this introductory webinar, you will learn the A, B, C’s of how LHWCA/DBA claims work and how disputes are resolved. We will explore these basic questions:
- How are LHWCA & DBA cases administered by the US Dep’t of Labor?
- From OWCP to OALJ, and beyond – a flow chart.
- Dealing with disputes at each administrative level.
- What are the important forms and how are they used?
- Initial filings & how to file a claim: LS-203/LS-262.
- Basics of notice and timeliness.
- Filling out the forms to make litigation go smoothly.
- Employer filings & what to do with them: LS-202/LS-206/LS-207/LS-208.
- Using them as a treasure trove of information.
- What to do when a controversy arises.
- Getting the informal conference.
- The most dangerous form: LS-200.
- Getting a hearing: LS-18.
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