Moffit v. Metro Machine of Pennsylvania

OPINION

Alvin Moffit petitions for review of a decision of the Benefits Review Board (“BRB”). Because we conclude that the BRB’s decision affirming the findings of the Administrative Law Judge (“ALJ”) was supported by substantial evidence and accorded with the law, the petition will be denied.

I

Petitioner filed a claim under the Long-shore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (“LHWCA” or “Act”), 33 U.S.C. §§ 901-950, alleging that in October, 2000, he sustained work-related injuries to his wrist, and, in a separate incident, to his shoulder, spine, and back. He returned to work after each…