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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...
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...
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. The...
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 source...
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...
Many workers join the military as civilian contractors as a way to support their troops without putting themselves on the front line. However, there's always some level of risk when you work on a military base overseas. You could suffer from overuse...
In 2021, there were approximately 2.6 million workplace injuries and illnesses. Working on an oil rig is more dangerous than conventional jobs, and workplace accidents are often serious. It's essential to understand the most common oil rig injuries so you can take...
Working on an oil rig is not always a safe work environment. In 2021, there were 164 injuries due to offshore incidents. If either you or a loved one works on an oil platform, you may be concerned about oil rig accidents. What can you do to avoid accidents at work?...
In 2022, there were 2,637 maritime incidents and casualties in the U.S., which explains the need for maritime accident lawyers. Hiring a reputable lawyer is essential for improving your chances of winning the case and helping you receive compensation. But if you've...
PTSD is rampant in the defense industry. In fact, 7 out of every 100 veterans experience PTSD at some point. As such, a lot of attention and resources go towards military veterans with PTSD. What about the many defense workers that are not on active duty? Many defense...
The military gets a lot of support from civilian workers, and these individuals can suffer injuries while providing services. The Defense Base Act provides workers' compensation protection to these civilians. It covers them while working on US military bases outside...
In any given year, about 5% of Americans are living with PTSD. This condition can be debilitating. In severe cases, it can become impossible for someone to go about their everyday life. If you or someone you love is among those affected, you may well wonder...
In the United States, it's estimated that around 70% of adults have experienced at least one traumatic event in their lives. While scary and traumatic things happen all the time, they don't all lead to PTSD development. The terms trauma triggers and PTSD are...
Trauma is not uncommon; about 6 out of every 100 people will develop PTSD at some point in their lives. Learning how to deal with triggers from trauma can be very difficult. Trauma can be a deeply distressing experience and can last for a really long...
Did you know that the Defense Base Act protects military contractors working on overseas bases? Before the law was signed into effect in 1941, workers found it challenging to receive benefits if they got injured on the job site. Unfortunately, these individuals didn't...
Were you recently injured while working outside the United States on a military base or under a contract with the U.S. government? If you're eligible for benefits under the Defense Base Act, don't rush to file your claim. Filing DBA claims in a rush often leads to...
Imagine spending years working on a U.S. military base or under a contract with the U.S. government, only to sustain an injury. Without aid, you'll have to pay for your medical bills, lost wages, and other expenses out of pocket. Unfortunately, it's a reality for many...
The Defense Base Act was passed in 1941 to protect overseas employees working for private employers on United States military bases. The law extended the benefits of the Longshore and Harbor Workers' Compensation Act to those working outside of the continental US....
The United States has the most widespread military presence of any nation, with over 750 bases on foreign soil and in more than 80 countries! The operation is so vast that many civilians get employed to do specialized jobs at many of these sites. Working...
If you're a civilian contractor working alongside the US Armed Forces, you have a lot of benefits. One of them being Defense Base Act coverage. It doesn't matter what country you're from or where you live. It's important to know that insurance companies can...
From 2001 to 2019, more defense contractors died in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Pakistan than military personnel. Contractors play a critical role in protecting U.S. interests around the world. They work in regions that can be dangerous and unstable. If you were...
No one takes a job working as a Department of Defense contractor thinking they will get injured or die in a foreign country. Unfortunately, many of these workers are injured, and some die. When you're injured while overseas, navigating the legal ins and outs of a...
The Defense Base Act (DBA) passed in 1941, and has dictated how worker's compensation claims are handled on military bases and similar projects. Understanding DBA claims will help you figure out how to address workplace accidents as they come along. These...
Have you ever wondered how workplace injuries get handled when employees work outside the United States? What if you're a contracted employee working for the government? The United States hires thousands of contractors on military installations worldwide. If...
1920 was a big year in US history. Two amendments were passed in the same year--Prohibition and Women's Suffrage. The first radio station hit the air, the Ponzi scheme was invented, and F. Scott Fitzgerald published his first novel. One major event of 1920...
According to Insurance Business Magazine, there is a surge of DBA claims. As claims increase, United States government contractors seek advice on common questions. One such common question: what is the difference between permanent disability and temporary...
Have you suffered an injury while working as part of a government contract abroad? You're not the only civilian in this situation. Research shows that nearly three million work-related illnesses and injuries occurred in 2020. The most common types of...
After suffering an injury at work on a military base, you're worried about how you'll be able to support yourself long term. Unfortunately, you're not the only worker battling work-related injuries. Research shows that more than 196,000 injuries in 2020 were...
No one reads fine print unless it's their job to do so. So, if you don't know the details of Defense Base Act (DBA) insurance coverage, don't worry, our DBA lawyers have done the reading for you. This article will highlight some of the more important items...
You've suffered injuries in a work-related accident at a US embassy, and now, you're wondering what the next steps are. The reality is about 1.8 million people suffered injuries at work that required emergency room care in 2020. Fortunately, a Defense Base...