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...
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....
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....
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...
