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Victory in the Supreme Court for Offshore Oil Workers Compensation Rights

January 11, 2012 – The Law Offices of Charles D. Naylor is proud to announce that today, the United States Supreme Court issued a unanimous decision (Pacific Operators Offshore L.L.P. v. Valladolid) providing for fair workers compensation benefits to offshore oil workers, regardless of where the accident causing their injury or death occurs.

U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit Upholds Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act; May Now Go to U.S. Supreme Court

February 17, 2011 – Just one week after oral arguments were presented, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 9th Circuit issued its decision in California United Terminals vs. Towne. The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals denied the petition for the case to be reviewed, thus holding employers responsible for the injured party’s litigation costs associated with successful prosecution of legitimate workers compensation claims.  

  

 

$24 Million Settlement Reached with Chrysler Corp. for San Pedro Family

September 24, 2009 - The U.S Bankruptcy Court today Carapproved a $24 million settlement with Chrysler Corporation for the wrongful death of San Pedro longshoreman Richard Mraz. The $24 million settlement represents one of the largest ever for the wrongful death of a longshore worker.