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8.7 million Americans live and work outside of the US. It's not easy being away from home while on the job. Days feel long, and the nights feel empty. And if you're injured while working abroad, you feel scared and alone. US contractors employed by the...
Many people may have heard a little about the Defense Base Act, but like many aspects of the law, it can be complicated. At the same time, a lot of people depend on the specifics of the Defense Base Act for an expectation about their future livelihood. Did you...
In the United States, 1.3 million lawyers have a license to practice law. However, only a few have experience in handling defense base act settlements. These sensitive cases involve demanding compensation from the government as an employer. Challenging government...
Have you found yourself struggling to cope whilst fighting to protect your country? Have you suffered due to the nature of your work? If the answer is yes to either of the above, the Defense Base Act is in place to get you the compensation...
If you or a loved one is working overseas as a civilian employee (such as a contractor or interpreter) at a military base or US Embassy, there are certain things you should think about and protections you should take. Just because you are not in active combat, that...
Congress has passed a short-term funding bill helping to avoid an imminent government shutdown, at least until December 3, 2021. But what happens after December 3 if another funding plan isn't in place? What happens when the US government goes into shutdown? A federal...
Have you had an accident while working for the US government abroad? If you are a government worker overseas, then you are protected with worker's compensation. But how well do you know your rights regarding this policy? The Defense Base Act (DBA) is in place to...
Did you know the US government provides workers' compensation protection for anyone working on a US military base overseas? If you have been injured or had an accident at one of these facilities, you will be entitled to compensation under the Defense Base Act. But how...
Congress created the defense base Act in 1941 as an extension of the previous amended bill. This act is special in that its sole purpose is to protect people in the defense services. A defense base Act lawyer is essential for anyone providing military services outside...
There's nothing scarier than the injury or death of a loved one. Medical bills and time off work are expensive, not to mention the emotional toll it takes on everyone involved. Government contract employees injured overseas, are entitled to financial benefits. A...
For years, you've avoided being injured on the job while working on an overseas military base. Unfortunately, that positive track record ended today. You've just been hurt at work, and now, you're ready to pursue workers' compensation for your injuries. Unfortunately,...
As of March 2021, the U.S. filed 5,071 total Defense Base Act claims. Minimum benefits were $0 for injured workers with 0-3 days of lost time. The Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs (OWCP) authorizes 700 insurance carriers to dispense benefits. Of those, only...
Since the start of the war in Afghanistan from 2001 to this year, it is estimated that over 8,000 contractors have lost their lives. Thankfully, Defense Base Act claims have provided much-needed compensation to most of their surviving families, but not all....
Many government employees are civilians who are contracted to work outside of the U.S. government at some point in their careers. Being in foreign countries can be traumatizing if you are stationed in a warzone or were directly impacted by a traumatic situation. If...
Although qui tam lawsuits have existed for hundreds of years, not everybody has appreciated them. In fact, although these lawsuits were invented in England some hundreds of years ago, England would later abolish the qui tam lawsuit in 1951. The defining feature of the...
Did you know that human errors cause between 75% to 96% of marine accidents? Every day, maritime workers risk their lives. Sailors confront the risk of injuries and accidents due to their vessel's conditions or the weather while at sea. While no company can control...
If you see something, say something. That's the mantra, anyway. Speaking out against an injustice or wrongful act isn't as simple as that mantra makes it out to be, though. Often, real-life whistleblowers suffer immense harm by speaking their truth. Don't believe me?...
In 2019, 53,000 American contractors were working in the Middle East, which is much more than the total troop amount of 35,000. Essential defense contractors can suffer the same injuries as active-duty members (such as TBI, tinnitus, or PTSD). These injuries can...
Since 1941, the Defense Base Act has been protecting countless contractors injured overseas. Although the law is intended to be on your side, insurance companies are often not. Unfortunately, even if the process is accurately followed, DBA claims still tend to be...
In 2015, there was a $2 billion lawsuit filed against government contractors accused of intentional DBA claim denials. DBA claims can lead to substantial payouts, but to get paid you will likely need a Defense Base Act Attorney. If you want to get DBA claim...
Civilian employees disabled overseas could receive weekly compensation up to $1,632.70. And this is only part of the benefits covered under the Defense Base Act (DBA). If you suspect you or a family member may be DBA eligible, keep reading. It’s important you...
You've been told that your personal injury case qualifies you for help under the Defense Base Act. So what do you do now? How do you find personal injury legal services who are qualified to handle your DBA claim? And what exactly can they do for you? If you've...
Around the globe, the United States has 307 U.S. embassies, consulates, and diplomatic missions. The US embassy presence is felt in 190 countries outside of the US. That means there are a whole lot of US citizens working in those embassies and consulates doing...
If you are injured on the job, it is vital to understand your rights to workers' compensation. This is doubly important if you are a civilian employee or military contractor working with the US military. What is covered under the DBA, and what do you need to...
June is PTSD awareness month and this is a great step in the right direction for PTSD awareness. Years ago, PTSD was called "shell-shock" and "battle fatigue", and unfortunately, largely ignored. Thankfully, there have been strides made to help people who have PTSD...
You have to expect the unexpected when working as a contractor overseas. Risks and complications abound, whether you're employed on a public works contract or in a security position. Unlike many other occupations, you also face a higher risk of injury or even...
PTSD can happen to anyone regardless of nationality, sex, age, and ethnicity. On average, 6 out of 10 men and 5 out of 10 women experience trauma at least once. In the United States, 8 million adults experience PTSD in a given year. Chances are, you know someone...
When a soldier gets injured, they receive the Purple Heart. When a military contractor gets injured, they may receive nothing. The only way for you to get the compensation you deserve is by filing a DBA claim. More than 15,000 people filed claims during the...
The most common type of workers' compensation, according to federal figures, is those caused by motor vehicles. By that same accounting, the most costly, averaging more than $100,000 in lost wages, is workers' compensation due to an amputation. And while...
As a contractor who works for the government overseas, you need to know there is protection available for you if the worst happens. This protection comes from the defense base act in the form of compensation and may mean you qualify for assistance....