Did you know the Defense Base Act has protected international workers since 1941? Understanding permanent disability settlement amounts is at the core of taking advantage of this act’s worker protections. These settlements can be life-changing for those injured...
When you’re injured on the job, the last thing you need is financial stress on top of your recovery. That’s where workers’ compensation comes in. This crucial safety net aims to protect employees who suffer work-related injuries or illnesses. But...
As a civilian working near military operations, whether it’s based in the United States, or abroad, there is always great risk involved. This is why the Defense Base Act exists, to protect brave American civilians who become injured during their...
Every year, a significant number of civilian contractors are injured while working on military bases worldwide, with many facing devastating outcomes like limb loss. For these individuals, understanding their rights and the potential for loss of limb payment under...
According to OSHA, workplace injuries and illnesses nationwide dropped from 10.9 to 2.7 per 100 workers over the past five decades. Despite this significant decline in domestic workplace injuries, millions of civilians working abroad on U.S. military bases or...
Are you a soldier who suffered from an above-knee amputation from combat injuries? The Defense Base Act (DBA) coverage is designed to help you. But what do you need to know about this act, how to apply, and how to navigate the legal details? Today we’re taking a...