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They say that those who long for war have never experienced it. It should come as a surprise to absolutely nobody that military combat is extremely dangerous. Of course, there is a great risk to suffer injuries or even death. But are you familiar with the real numbers...
It's not clear exactly how many contractors are working for the US military overseas - but it's clear that the number is quite high. In 2007, there were more contractors in Iraq than there were service members, for instance. If you've been diagnosed with cancer after...
In 2018, over 49,000 contractors were working for the Department of Defense under its various areas of responsibility. And before the creation of DBA forms, these individuals had no rights to medical benefits or worker's compensation. Interested in learning about the...
Have you been told you’re entitled to compensation or medical benefits under the Defense Base Act? Wondering what this act is or why it’s even worth knowing about? In this article, we’re covering commonly asked questions about the Defense Base Act. Read on to get...
The Defense Base Act (DBA) is a law that provides benefits to contractors who are injured while working for the armed forces overseas. These are injuries that can happen because of actual armed conflict, or through the regular duties of your job. COPD is a specific...
Did you know there are over 4.5 million work-related injuries each year in the US? If you're a maritime worker, you're probably all too familiar with the concept. Whether on a boat, ship, platform, or rig, there's no doubt that working offshore can be a dangerous...
When we hear or read about an accident, one of our first thoughts is often, "Which driver messed up?" But with autonomous vehicle accidents, there often is no active driver. In the last few years, companies have started placing autonomous vehicles on the road. That...
The conversation around post-traumatic stress disorder leaves out one segment of the military population. But it's likely not for malicious reasons. One estimate puts the rate of PTSD for civilian contractors in service at about 25 percent, compared to 6...
Are you a contractor or interpreter that's suffered an injury while working for the U.S. military outside the United States? If so, you may qualify for workers compensation under the Defense Base Act (DBA). But just because you might be entitled to damages doesn't...
Almost 9 million U.S. citizens live abroad. Some are retirees or students, but a large percentage of Americans living abroad are outside of the U.S. for work. For many people, there are plenty of perks to working overseas. For example: TravelImmersion in a different...
Have you ever traveled outside of the country for work? What happens when you wind up injured in a foreign country? Does workers' compensation apply? Defense Base Act claims arise when oversees workers get injured and need compensation. The act's Zone of Special...
You're a civilian that has been injured on an American military base. The Defense Base Act (DBA) protects your workers' compensation. However, the insurance company is not treating you fairly. If this sounds familiar, you need a good DBA attorney that can help you cut...
How do you to defend yourself financially when you're working at a defense base overseas? Luckily, that's a question that's already been addressed. It led to the creation of the Defense Base Act, which covers contractors and employees at U.S....
The Defense Base Act (DBA) is a piece of legislation that provides worker's compensation benefits to civilians injured on military bases outside of the United States. The DBA also covers civilians working for non-governmental organizations like the Red Cross and the...
If you have a DBA claim that you're working on, know that you don't have to go through it alone. A defense base act lawyer has the experience and ability to help your claim. Keep reading to learn when it's the right time to hire a defense base act lawyer. What Is...
The Defense Base Act (DBA) provides insurance coverage similar to workers compensation for employees working under government contracts outside of the United States. It is intended to act as the counterpart to domestic workers compensation insurance. In fact, it's...
In 2017, the Pentagon released a one-of-a-kind report on the number of sexual assaults across all U.S. military bases. The report revealed that sexual assault was more likely in Navy barracks for both men and women. All jobs in the military carry some sort of risk a...
The Federal government passed a Defense Base Act (DBA) aimed at protecting you and your income as you work abroad for the United States State Department or military. While working abroad as a contractor, you’re subject to hazardous conditions that make you exposed to...
When you suffer an injury while working as a federal contractor outside of the US, you should seek services of a defense base act lawyer. The lawyer will help you get the compensation you need after filing for a worker’s compensation claim. As a federal worker, you...
Are you employed as a contractor and working overseas? Were you injured on the job? Workers' compensation claims are complex enough. Are you still covered under the above circumstances? If you're facing this situation, then it's advised that you seek out a defense...
Workplace injuries are common and can range from minor discomfort to death. While employers are partially responsible for keeping their employees safe, your well-being is also dependent on you. Read on for the top 6 workplace injuries and what you can do to avoid...
Roughly 6 million road accidents occur each year in the US. If you're a distracted driver, you might be at risk. What are some examples of distracted driving? Are you wondering if you need to make changes to avoid driver distractions? Read on for our list of...
The Jones Act is a set of laws about maritime vessels, their workers, passengers, and freight. It is often referred to by its European counterpart name of the Cabotage Law (pronounced like sabotage). The Jones Act has a portion of the law that specifically covers...
Alcohol-impaired motor vehicle accidents caused 10,497 deaths in 2016. To be sure, the number of alcohol-related accidents in the US has decreased over time. But the number of annual fatalities suggests that drinking and driving is still a public safety issue in the...
In 2017, Texas private industry employees reported 183,396 workplace injuries. That's 2.2 claims for every 100 workers. When an employee gets injured, the priority should be to get medical assistance. Once the situation is under control, the next vital step is to...
Distracted driving claims more than 3,000 lives every year in the U.S. Whether it's texting, listening to the radio turned up too loud, or chatting with friends in the car, distracted driving is deadly, both for those in the car and for others on the road. April is...
Each year, car accidents cause close to 40% of neck injuries sustained by the American public. What's even more shocking is that 50% of vertebral fractures to the cervical spine are also caused by car accidents. Most people take it for granted, but your spine is one...
The Defense Base Act (DBA) protects the compensation rights of civilians working on US military bases outside the country. The DBA is founded on the doctrine of the zone of special danger. In fact, it's impossible to appreciate DBA cases without understanding the...
In the time it takes for a heart to beat, your entire life as you know it can change from one truck driver's actions. From lost wages to medical expenses, living through a trucking accident is only the beginning of the long road to recovery from the traumatic...
When it comes to traffic deaths, motorcyclists are 28 more times likely to die than a passenger car occupant. Although the rate of motorcycle deaths have dropped a few percentage points in recent years, there are still thousands of deaths and even more injuries...