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Schouest, Bamdas, Soshea & BenMaier PLLC SBSB helps insurance carriers, insureds and businesses with Liability, Maritime, Longshore and Defense Base Acts claims.

Rachel Miller is a partner in SBSB’s Houston office with extensive experience handling claims under the War Hazards Comp...
10/15/2026

Rachel Miller is a partner in SBSB’s Houston office with extensive experience handling claims under the War Hazards Compensation Act and Defense Base Act. Having managed hundreds of claims, Rachel has secured significant recoveries for her clients through strategic negotiation, litigation and settlement. As a Qualified Mediator, she brings strong communication skills and a solutions-driven approach to even the most complex legal matters.

Since joining SBSB in 2017, Rachel has built a reputation for navigating the intricacies of insurance defense while advocating for her clients’ best interests. Her dedication to achieving favorable outcomes and ability to approach each case with a fresh perspective make her a valued member of the SBSB team. Learn more about Rachel: https://sbsblaw.com/attorney/rachel-miller/

10/12/2026

Congratulations to all those on the SBSB team who celebrated a work anniversary in September! Your dedication, hard work and commitment to excellence are what make our firm successful.

We are celebrating SBSB partners Chris Carr and Rasha Zeyadeh, who have been named to the 2027 Lawdragon 500 Leading Cor...
10/09/2026

We are celebrating SBSB partners Chris Carr and Rasha Zeyadeh, who have been named to the 2027 Lawdragon 500 Leading Corporate Employment Lawyers guide, which highlights the lawyers who excel at advising “companies large and small on their most pressing workplace needs.”

Chris was recognized for workers’ compensation and employer liability defense, and Rasha was honored for her work in employment litigation. Congratulations, Chris and Rasha!

Meet Terence Bonner, a partner in SBSB’s Boca Raton office and a member of the firm since its inception in 2015. Terence...
09/30/2026

Meet Terence Bonner, a partner in SBSB’s Boca Raton office and a member of the firm since its inception in 2015. Terence focuses his practice on the defense of federal workers’ compensation claims, including matters arising under the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act, Defense Base Act and Jones Act. His experience also extends to state workers’ compensation, insurance defense, premises liability, and general civil litigation.

For Terence, SBSB’s core value of depth means understanding each client’s needs and delivering technically sound solutions designed to achieve the best possible outcomes. Learn more about Terence: https://sbsblaw.com/attorney/terence-bonner/

Environmental matters can involve complex regulatory requirements, significant financial exposure and issues that demand...
09/28/2026

Environmental matters can involve complex regulatory requirements, significant financial exposure and issues that demand an experienced legal response. For decades, SBSB attorneys have represented shipowners and underwriters following major marine oil and chemical pollution events. Our team is experienced in navigating environmental claims and regulatory matters involving federal statutes and programs, including the Oil Pollution Act of 1990 (OPA) and the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA), commonly known as Superfund. Learn more: https://sbsblaw.com/practice-area/environmental-and-toxic-torts/

Meet Jonathan Tweedy, managing partner of SBSB’s New Orleans office and an accomplished litigator with a practice spanni...
09/24/2026

Meet Jonathan Tweedy, managing partner of SBSB’s New Orleans office and an accomplished litigator with a practice spanning a wide range of complex matters. His experience includes civil litigation, admiralty and maritime law, personal injury, and claims arising under the Defense Base Act and Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act.

Since joining SBSB in 2018, Jonathan has built a reputation for tireless advocacy and effective results in both state and federal courts. An AV Preeminent-rated attorney, he has also been recognized by Super Lawyers for more than a decade and frequently shares his insight through published works and presentations within the Longshore, DBA and maritime communities. Learn more about Jonathan: https://sbsblaw.com/attorney/jonathan-tweedy/

09/22/2026

We salute the 12 SBSB partners who have been named to the Lawdragon 500 Leading Litigators in America guide for 2027. This year's honorees include John Schouest, Robert Bamdas, Limor BenMaier, Trevor Brown, Christopher Carr, Richard Cozad, Tom Jacks, Stacey Norstrud, Kimberly Rahn, Robert Vining, Susan Noe Wilson and Rasha Zeyadeh. Congratulations to all! Learn more: https://sbsblaw.com/news-item/sbsb-makes-strong-showing-on-lawdragon-leading-litigators-list/ Lawdragon.com

Congratulations to SBSB’s newest Florida attorneys! We are proud to congratulate Samari Springs, Om Patel and Brandon Pe...
09/21/2026

Congratulations to SBSB’s newest Florida attorneys! We are proud to congratulate Samari Springs, Om Patel and Brandon Pekale on passing the Florida Bar Exam — an outstanding accomplishment and an exciting milestone in their legal careers.

This week, join SBSB partner Trevor Brown as he speaks at the 2026 CLM Construction Conference in Dallas. Trevor will be...
09/21/2026

This week, join SBSB partner Trevor Brown as he speaks at the 2026 CLM Construction Conference in Dallas. Trevor will be part of a panel discussion entitled “When Roofs Fail: Systems, Defects, and Causation in Claims,” which will be held on September 24 at 2:30 pm. There is still time to register: https://www.theclm.org/event/showeventdescription/34352

The energy industry moves fast — and when challenges arise, experience matters. From exploration and production casualti...
09/08/2026

The energy industry moves fast — and when challenges arise, experience matters. From exploration and production casualties to complex commercial disputes, SBSB Law helps energy clients navigate what comes next. Learn more: https://sbsblaw.com/practice-area/energy/

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Houston, TX
77002

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Wednesday 8am - 5:30pm
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