by Clifford R. Mermell, Esq. | Jun 19, 2013 | Defense Base Act
If the final decision and order upholds the finding of the Director that the fee or charge in dispute was not in accordance with prevailing community charges or the provider’s customary charges, the person claiming such fee or cost charge shall be given thirty... by Clifford R. Mermell, Esq. | Jun 17, 2013 | Defense Base Act
We have represented Australian citizens who have been injured while working in Iraq and/or Afghanistan. If you are from Australia, or any country whatsoever, you need to know that if you are injured in Iraq or Afghanistan while working for a contractor hired to... by Clifford R. Mermell, Esq. | Nov 5, 2012 | Defense Base Act
Order Approving Attorney’s Fees By petition filed October 1, 2012, Claimant’s attorney, having successfully represented his client in the above captioned matter, requested approval of fees in the amount of $79,181.25 for 211.15 hours of work on Claimant’s behalf, and... by Clifford R. Mermell, Esq. | Nov 1, 2012 | Defense Base Act
DECISION AND ORDER APPROVING SETTLEMENT On August 27, 2012, the parties in the above-captioned matter submitted a settlement agreement for review and approval pursuant to Section 8(i)(1) of the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (the “Act”). On September... by Clifford R. Mermell, Esq. | Oct 26, 2012 | Defense Base Act
DECISION AND ORDER APPROVING SETTLEMENT On August 21, 2012, the parties in the above-captioned matter submitted a settlement agreement for review and approval pursuant to Section 8(i)(1) of the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (the “Act”). On September...