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What Are the Most Common DBA Workplace Accidents?

What Are the Most Common DBA Workplace Accidents?

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....
Does Workers’ Compensation Cover You When You’re Overseas?

Does Workers’ Compensation Cover You When You’re Overseas?

Dec 9, 2022 | Workers' Comp, Workplace Injury

Are you a civilian defense contractor or interpreter who has been inflicted with a debilitating injury or PTSD during or after your time abroad? Federal law entitles you to workers’ compensation under the Defense Base Act. If life-changing injuries have had...
Injured in a Work Accident at a Military Base Overseas? How the DBA Protects You

Injured in a Work Accident at a Military Base Overseas? How the DBA Protects You

Nov 19, 2020 | Defense Base Act, Workers' Comp, Workplace Injury

Did you know that the US operates almost 800 military bases in 70 countries around the world? In addition to the military personnel who get stationed there, countless civilian workers also take jobs on military bases overseas. They sign a contract with the US...
A Contractor’s Guide to Preventing Work Injuries Overseas

A Contractor’s Guide to Preventing Work Injuries Overseas

Jun 28, 2020 | Defense Base Act, Workplace Injury

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...
Common Injuries Railroad Workers Tend to Encounter While on the Job

Common Injuries Railroad Workers Tend to Encounter While on the Job

May 28, 2020 | Defense Base Act, Workplace Injury

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...
5 Common Injuries That a DBA Lawyer Can Help You Sue For

5 Common Injuries That a DBA Lawyer Can Help You Sue For

Apr 28, 2020 | Defense Base Act, Workplace Injury

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...
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