Business Details
30 Years
experience
Trusted Workers' Compensation Defense Attorneys in Manchester, NH
Since 1996, our firm has provided specialized workers' compensation defense services to employers and insurance companies across New Hampshire and nationwide. Our attorneys bring decades of combined experience in handling complex cases, offering personalized attention and strategic legal solutions tailored to each client's needs. As the only New Hampshire firm selected for the National Workers' Compensation Defense Network, we maintain a reputation for excellence through our deep understanding of evolving laws and regulations. Our team regularly conducts seminars approved by the New Hampshire Insurance Department, ensuring industry professionals stay informed about critical legal developments. We represent clients in hearings, appeals, and settlement negotiations while prioritizing cost-effectiveness and timely communication.Our practice extends to general liability defense, mediation, and personal injury matters, maintaining the same rigorous standards of representation. With offices in Manchester, we serve diverse industries including healthcare, hospitality, manufacturing, and transportation. Our commitment to client success is demonstrated through proactive legal strategies and a focus on minimizing financial exposure from workers' compensation claims. We pride ourselves on being accessible legal partners, available at every stage of the legal process to provide trusted guidance and vigorous defense.
Services
Workers' Compensation Defense
General Liability Defense
Mediation Services
Personal Injury Representation
Hearings and Appeals
Second Injury Fund Claims
Cost Minimization Strategies
Self-Insured Employer Representation
Settlement Negotiations
Continuing Education Seminars
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer decades of specialized experience in workers' compensation defense.
- Our team provides personalized attention and strategic legal solutions.
- We are the only NH firm in the National Workers' Compensation Defense Network.
- Our attorneys conduct state-approved continuing education seminars for insurers.
- We represent diverse industries with cost-effective, timely legal strategies.
Associations and certifications
- National Workers' Compensation Defense Network
- New Hampshire Insurance Department (seminar approval)
Services
Workers' Compensation Defense
Our specialized workers' compensation defense services protect employers and insurers through strategic legal representation. We handle all stages of claims, from initial filings to final appeals, while minimizing financial exposure. Our attorneys leverage decades of experience and membership in the National Workers' Compensation Defense Network to deliver efficient resolutions.
Continuing Education Seminars
We provide New Hampshire Insurance Department-approved seminars covering critical workers' compensation topics. These programs address recent legal developments, medical benefits management, and proper claims documentation procedures for insurance professionals seeking continuing education credits.
Hearings and Appeals
Our experienced litigators represent clients in workers' compensation hearings and appeals. We prepare comprehensive case strategies to challenge improper rulings while maintaining cost-effectiveness. Our track record includes successful outcomes in complex appellate matters before New Hampshire courts.
Second Injury Fund Claims
We assist employers in recovering costs through New Hampshire's Second Injury Fund. Our attorneys navigate the complex requirements for qualifying claims involving pre-existing conditions, ensuring proper documentation and maximizing recovery opportunities for our clients.
General Liability Defense
Our firm provides comprehensive defense for general liability claims and insurance-related legal matters. We combine litigation expertise with practical risk management strategies to protect insurers and businesses from various liability exposures while maintaining cost efficiency.
People
Michelle A. Broadhurst
Attorney
Experienced workers' compensation attorney with extensive knowledge of New Hampshire insurance law and regulatory compliance requirements.
Gary S. Harding
Attorney
Dedicated legal professional specializing in employer defense strategies and complex workers' compensation claims management.
Kevin W. Stuart
Attorney
Recognized legal expert rated by Super Lawyers, focusing on workers' compensation defense and insurance litigation matters.
Questions
What workers' compensation services do you specialize in?
We specialize in workers' compensation defense for employers and insurers, including hearings, appeals, second injury fund claims, and cost minimization strategies.
Do part-time employees require coverage?
Yes, part-time employees are covered under New Hampshire workers' compensation laws and qualify for reinstatement rights following workplace injuries.
Are family members exempt from workers' comp requirements?
No, workers' compensation insurance is required for all employees regardless of family relationships under New Hampshire law.
Do you represent self-insured employers?
Yes, we provide comprehensive legal representation for self-insured employers in all aspects of workers' compensation claims management.
What continuing education programs do you offer?
We offer NH Insurance Department-approved seminars covering workers' compensation law developments, medical benefits, and proper claims documentation.
How do you handle complex workers' comp cases?
Our experienced attorneys use strategic litigation approaches and deep regulatory knowledge to resolve complex cases efficiently while protecting client interests.
