If you suspect fraud in a claim covered under the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA) or its extensions (Defense Base Act, Non-appropriated Funds Instrumentalities Act, Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act), you can refer the matter directly to the Department of Labor’s Office of Inspector General (OIG).

Check out the DOL OIG Website for information on what OIG investigates and how to report the suspected fraud. There are a few ways to report suspected fraud to the OIG:

  1. Report by Phone or Fax
    Phone: (202)693-6999
    Fax: (202)693-7020
  2. Report Online: Click on the red “Report Fraud” box at the top right corner of the OIG home page.

Following a report of fraud, OIG may contact you during their investigation.

To find out the status of a report, please contact the OIG directly.