Explore 3 court opinions on Black Lung Benefits Act 30 U S C 901 Et Seq . AI-powered plain English summaries, key holdings, and legal analysis.
3 recent cases analyzed in this topic area.
Fourth Circuit Affirms Black Lung Benefits Award
Clinchfield Coal Company v. DOWCP, decided by Fourth Circuit on January 15, 2026, resulted in a plaintiff win outcome. The Fourth Circuit reviewed a decision by the Benefits Review Board (BRB) affirmi...
Fourth Circuit Denies Coal Company's Stay of Benefits in Black Lung Case
Dominion Coal Corporation v. DOWCP, decided by Fourth Circuit on January 15, 2026, resulted in a defendant win outcome. The Fourth Circuit affirmed the District Court's decision, holding that Dominion...
Sixth Circuit Affirms Black Lung Benefits Award Based on Treating Physician's Opinion
Southern Ohio Coal Co. v. OWCP, decided by Sixth Circuit on February 11, 2025, resulted in a plaintiff win outcome. The Sixth Circuit reviewed a decision by the Benefits Review Board (BRB) affirming a...