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Defense contracting is a dangerous industry. In 2019, DBA claims rose to 8,447, which is a 26% increase from 2018. Claims in Afghanistan and Iraq made up the majority of those claims. If you employ federal contractors to work on military bases overseas, you may be...
There are currently over four million government contractors working in the United States. Many of these civilians spend time working overseas on military bases and at US embassies. If you're thinking of taking one of these jobs, have you considered what will happen...
Every year many individuals are harmed while providing national defense for our country. In 2019 alone, nearly 8500 Defense Base Act claims were filed, which is a significant increase from the year prior. Unfortunately, the denial of some of these claims is...
Working overseas on government contracts is a common occurrence for US citizens. What happens to your workers' compensation when you work in another country? You're not alone if you don't understand how the Defense Base Act works. That's why a Defense Base Act Lawyer...
Did you or someone you know serve your country valiantly and pay with the sacrifice of a debilitating injury? Were you made aware that you're entitled to compensation? Many soldiers who endure the hardships and dangers of war zones and combat aren't aware of the...
You may be entitled to filing a DBA claim when you've sustained injuries because of the negligence of other people. If you've been awarded a DBA lump settlement as a result of your claim, you'll need to understand the pros and cons of your settlement. In this article,...
Are you confused about what DBA claims commutations are and how it works correctly? This may be the case for many people, but fortunately, you've clicked on the right article to answer all of the DBA claim questions that you may have. Not only are we going to tell you...
The Defense Base Act is an overarching law that can have many different outcomes depending on the case. But most people find these variations confusing and shrouded in legal jargon. These variations don't have to be confusing. The legal ins-and-outs can be...
Staying safe and healthy while working overseas is extremely important. Especially when working in construction, it is even more important to take note of how to prevent work injuries overseas. Below we have compiled a short guide to help prevent any such injuries...
The USA has more foreign military bases than any other country today, and possibly any other country in history. These bases are staffed by American citizens carrying out a diverse range of functions and tasks. Many of these involve dangerous and distressing work....
So, you filed a defense base act claim and realized that it was denied. Now you're trying to figure out what your next move is and how you can still hope to receive some kind of benefit after the claim denial. In this article, we're going to let you know what DBA...
The United States currently has embassies and diplomatic missions in over 170 nations around the world. These embassies employ a huge number of Americans overseas. Working in an embassy can be a highly rewarding endeavor. If you're thinking of pursuing a career in one...
You’re doing your job by helping to power the railways when you slip and fall. This results in a head injury which develops into a more serious problem later on. This is only one occupational injury that railroad workers face every day. If you’re new to the job, don’t...
Are you usually a distracted driver, but trying to be less of one? It's a good idea to know the different types of distractions you can come across when driving so that you can learn how to avoid them. Distracted driving can be dangerous and even deadly. Stop this...
If you're involved in a personal injury case, there are a lot of different things to get your head around, from hiring your lawyer to going to court. In this article, we'll be focusing on an important part of the journey: the discovery process. You need to understand...
COVID-19 has shut down the economy. People are out of work and desperately looking for jobs to pay for basic necessities such as rent and food. Everyone is affected by COVID-19, especially government contractors who often work with businesses to stay...
The recent reports of a brain injury suffered by US military personnel after a missile strike in Iran are but only one example of the dangers faced in active warzones. Unfortunately, these dangers are faced by civilians as well as military operatives. If you have...
Civilians injured while working for the US military can find it very difficult to secure compensation for the harm they've endured. However, the Defense Base Act provides solutions for people in this position. If you're a civilian who has sustained an injury while...
Have you or a loved one been injured while on a military base? Heard that the Defense Base Act may be able to help you out, but not sure what that is or how it works? We’re here to help! In this article, we’re covering everything you need to know about this act,...
The Defense Base Act was adopted to provide relief to civilian workers on US military bases outside the country, or on any public works or national defense contract. If you have suffered an injury in this line of work, you may be entitled to recover compensation. To...
To help man their ships, the U.S. Navy currently has nearly 300,000 civilians employed. If you're among them, you need to understand your rights. As you'll see, fractures and head injuries are among the most common workplace injuries for longshoremen. Understanding...
Although post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) affects only 3.5% of American adults, about one in eleven Americans will be diagnosed with it at some point in their life. It doesn't just affect soldiers on the ground, but defense contractors working in...
Dying in the service to our country is an honorable but tragic moment. What many may not realize is that there are many more besides those in our military service that risk death. To protect the contractors and civilian workers that work alongside our military, we...
You're working overseas when a shot to the back leaves you paralyzed. Being injured while doing your job can be a very scary event. How are you going to pay for the medical bills? How are you going to pay for physical therapy? What about the PTSD you're now...
In 2018, the Justice Department of America recovered over $2.8 billion through cases filed through the False Claims Act. So who filed these cases? And how did they recover that money? To understand that, we first need to understand the concept of "qui tam", and...
About 25% of all service-connected disabilities for veterans are due to tinnitus. That adds up to over one million veterans suffering from a constant ringing in the ears. Tinnitus affects more than veterans, though. Are you a contractor working on a military...
According to recent statistics, slip and fall injuries account for about a million hospital visits each year. That's 12% of all accidents involving falls, so it's a pretty common issue that workers encounter. Still, being involved in a slip and fall case is scary, and...
If your ears are ringing when everything around you is silent, you likely have a form of hearing damage known as tinnitus. You aren't alone, though — approximately 50 million Americans experience the same thing. If you find your tinnitus getting worse over time and...
Are you considering the next step for your future? Planning your future will mean finding a career you can feel secure in. The military is an excellent choice if you're thinking long-term. There are tons of benefits of joining the military and it can give you a...
Work-related injuries or death occur in every profession. According to the National Safety Council, there were 4,414 preventable work-related deaths. Even one preventable death is too many. While employers strive to create a safe work environment, accidents and...