SBH Legal | Work Comp & Employment Law Attorneys

About The Firm

SBH Legal is a litigation firm emphasizing representation of employers, insurers and claims administrators in all matters relating to employment including workers’ compensation, Longshore, OSHA, wage and hour, discrimination and related litigation.

13th Annual SBH Legal Washington Workshop (Virtual)

Please join us Friday, April 7, 2023 for our 13th Annual Washington Workshop.

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25 Years Strong: Celebrating a Major Milestone

The legal industry has changed a lot over the last 25 years and so have we. For the past 25 years, SBH has thrived on the foundation that our founding partners and every member of the SBH team has built based on hard work, integrity, and excellence. We would like to use this milestone as an opportunity to say “Thank you” to our loyal clients and industry friends. Without you, none of this would be possible. We are honored to work with you and look forward to the next 25 years.

Employment Law

We believe employers want their attorneys to possess superior litigation skills and be accessible to provide targeted advice and training to prevent everyday issues from becoming lawsuits.

Litigation

SBH Legal has a highly-qualified group of litigation lawyers who provide a full spectrum of litigation services to clients throughout the Pacific Northwest and beyond.

Workers' Compensation - Oregon

Every attorney at SBH Legal is licensed to practice in Oregon, and our representation of employers, insurers and related parties is enhanced by our active involvement in the legal community.

Workers' Compensation - Washington

In Washington, we represent both self-insured and state-fund employers. We have a reputation for providing efficient, cost-effective and dedicated service.

OSHA

We help clients understand and implement OSHA standards. We represent employers in several western states, across a spectrum of industries.

Longshore

We provide our clients efficient, results-oriented representation that exceed expectations. Our practice is anchored in Portland, but extends from Alaska to California and beyond.

Washington Board of Industrial Insurance Appeals Makes In Re Michael Reed a Significant Decision

March 20th, 2023

On March 7, 2023, the Washington Board of Industrial Insurance Appeals published its Significant Decisions from 2022. Each year the Board classifies a small number…

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Where should Oregon Claim Disputes be Decided?

March 6th, 2023

When Oregon workers’ compensation claim disputes arise, it is important to assess whether the dispute should be heard by the Oregon Workers’ Compensation Division or…

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Are Oregon Attorney Fee Awards Higher in Workers’ Compensation? Yes!

March 2nd, 2023

It is not your imagination. The Workers’ Compensation Board published their Annual Attorney Fee Report on January 19, 2023, which includes a breakdown of the…

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