Garvin & Hickey, LLC is a highly-regarded law firm exclusively dedicated to workers’ compensation defense, distinguishing itself as a specialist rather than a general practice. The firm focuses entirely on this complex area of law, providing targeted legal counsel to employers and self-insured entities navigating Ohio’s industrial injury claims.
With extensive experience representing clients at all administrative and judicial levels, including the Ohio Industrial Commission, Bureau of Workers’ Compensation, and state appellate courts, the firm adopts a collaborative approach by working closely with company personnel and third-party administrators. Both named partners are recognized in Best Lawyers in America and Ohio Super Lawyers, and the firm maintains an AV rating from Martindale Hubbell, reflecting its commitment to excellence in legal representation and cost-reduction strategies for employers.
Services Offered
- Workers’ Compensation Defense
- Self-Insurance Program Transition and Certification
- Medicare Set-Asides and Compliance
- OSHA Citation Defense
- Wrongful Discharge Action Defense
- Defense of Violations of Specific Safety Requirements
- Intentional Tort Actions
- Audits of Workers’ Compensation Programs (primarily Ohio, with multi-state experience)
- Claim Certification and Management Advice
- Defense Strategies and Settlement of Claims
- Return-to-Work Program Guidance
- Rehabilitation Consultant Coordination
- Conditional Payment Lien Resolution
- Representation in Administrative Hearings, Jury Trials, and Non-Jury Trials
The firm primarily serves clients throughout Ohio, with additional audit services extending to other states. Its attorneys are experienced in cases involving Medicare, Medicare Advantage Plans, and the Veteran’s Administration, ensuring comprehensive compliance and defense for employers and self-insured programs.
