3 Signs You Should File a Workplace Injury Lawsuit

Dec 8, 2023 | Workers' Comp, Workplace Injury

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there were 2.8 million nonfatal work-related injuries in the United States in 2022. That is a 4.5 percent increase (up from 2.3 million) over the previous year. Fortunately, there are laws that protect people injured at...

Treating PTSD: How to Get Covered for Different Trauma Therapy Techniques

Dec 1, 2023 | PTSD

Working in the defense industry comes with many unique opportunities. You can visit unconventional work sites, expand your professional network, and build valuable skills. Unfortunately, some defense contractors develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).It’s...

Hearing Loss Claims and the Average Payout: A Quick Guide

Nov 24, 2023 | Defense Base Act, Workplace Injury

Some of the most common ways to get injured on the job when working at a military base are from falls, PTSD, and exposure to toxic chemicals. However, it’s also possible to develop hearing loss due to things like heavy machinery and explosion-related injuries. ...

When Do You Need a False Claims Act Lawyer? A Guide for Civilian Contractors

Nov 17, 2023 | Defense Base Act

Did you know that settlements related to the False Claims Act accounted for more than $2 billion in 2022? With a number like that, it’s clear that this act plays a major role in our legal system and is at the center of many lawsuits. The False Claims Act is the...

Non-Combat Military Jobs: Weighing the Pros and Cons

Nov 10, 2023 | Defense Base Act, Workers' Comp

One of the biggest myths about the US military is that military jobs have little relation to the civilian world. The idea is that soldiers will come home with zero skills training or experience in their chosen career. In reality, about 80% of all jobs in the...