Federal Court Denies Challenge to Worker's Black Lung Benefits Award

A federal appellate court denied review of a coal mine operator’s challenge to a worker’s award of black lung benefits. Case: Wolf Run Mining Co. v. OWCP, No. 24-2262, 04/07/2026, published. Facts: Harold Baisden spent more than 27 years in coal mine employment. He filed a claim for compensation under the Black Lung Benefits Act, and Wolf Run Mining Co. was determined to be the potentially liable employer. Wolf Run challenged the claim, asserting that Baisden did not suffer from any form of pneumoconiosis. It presented the testimony of Dr. Thomas Jarboe and Dr. Mohammed Ranavaya...