Coal Industry Liabilities

We represent and advise parties facing potential liability under union contracts and federal statutes including the Multiemployer Pension Plan Amendments Act of 1980, the Black Lung Benefits Act, the Coal Industry Retiree Health Benefit Act of 1992, and the Federal Mine Health and Safety Act. We consult with and advise coal companies and other potentially liable parties in the context of commercial and corporate transactions as well as litigation. We defend federal black lung benefits claims and represent clients in MSHA civil penalty proceedings and investigations.