The Defense Base Act (DBA) guarantees the benefits of workers’ compensation to civilian contractors and subcontractors working overseas for the U.S. military.  What does DBA mean? DBA covers nearly any contract with a U.S. government agency for work performed outside of the country and guarantees protections similar to workmen’s. ...

Defense Base Act Insurance (DBA) was enforced by the War Hazard Compensation Act and is crucial for all US government employees working overseas. The law insists that workers’ compensation benefits are available for those individuals covered and that these are delivered correctly and promptly. But is DBA Insurance an allowable cost? Read on to learn more… DBA Insurance ...

When you’ve been injured, you deserve help.  The federal government provides for its soldiers. One of the ways it delegates resources is through the Defense Base Act. If you are hurt on a defense base overseas, you may be entitled to compensation.  But many people who get injured never ...

In a world as uncertain as ours, insurance coverage is a must-have. And when it comes to coverage for contractor employees working outside the United States on US military bases or for the government for public works or national defense, Defense Base Act Insurance (DBA) is especially crucial. But is DBA Insurance Required for ...