Jul 6, 2023 | Defense Base Act
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...
Jun 22, 2023 | Defense Base Act, PTSD, Workplace Injury
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....
Jun 15, 2023 | Defense Base Act
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....
Jun 1, 2023 | Defense Base Act
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...
May 25, 2023 | Defense Base Act
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...
May 18, 2023 | Defense Base Act
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...
