Coal Mining Safety & Citation Defense

Shuman, McCuskey & Slicer, PLLC

West Virginia — Kentucky — Virginia — Ohio

As residents of an area built upon the coal mining industry, the attorneys at the law firm of Shuman, McCuskey & Slicer, PLLC have an extensive understanding of the mining process and its associated safety regulations. For the past several decades, they have effectively defended mining companies accused of various MSHA violations and safety oversights.

To arrange a consultation to discuss your citation defense, please contact us at 877-232-9127 toll-free or by e-mail. We represent mining companies and their insurers throughout West Virginia, Virginia, eastern Kentucky and eastern Ohio.

Changes in Coal Mining Safety Standards

Recently, Congress updated the Mine Safety and Health Act of 1977 (MSHA) and also enacted the Mine Improvement and New Emergency Response (MINER) Act of 2006. These laws, while meant to provide a safer working environment for coal and mineral miners, have greatly increased the administrative tasks of those ultimately responsible for coal mining safety.

As coal mining safety standards have become more stringent, personal injury and premises liability claims have become more of a pressing concern for our clients. In addition, many clients are also finding themselves subject to unjust citations or fraudulent workers' compensation claims.

Safeguarding Finances and Public Status

Our dedicated trial lawyers have the experience, knowledge and skill to carefully investigate and defend against questionable coal mining safety violations. They recognize the need to protect a mining company's operations and reputation. As a result, they not only prepare a strong case but also strive to limit media exposure of any alleged safety violations.

Office Locations in Charleston and Morgantown, West Virginia

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Related Practice Areas:
coal mining accidents / coal industry employment issues / gas and coal industry defense / asbestos and silica defense / class action and mass tort litigation / appeals

Related Attorneys:
Slicer, William R. / McCuskey, Hon. John F. / Green, Roberta F. / Hoblitzell, John D. III /

Negley, Christopher D. / Warner, Brian