Mar 25, 2022 | Defense Base Act
Are you wondering how Defense Base Act (DBA) waivers work? The Defense Base Act is a law that provides medical benefits and disability compensations to employees working in U.S. embassies and military bases. Eligible survivors of workers dying in the line of duty also...
Mar 18, 2022 | Defense Base Act, Workers' Comp
Many people work abroad on behalf of the Department of Defense or the Department of State, but don’t have a military affiliation. The Defense Base Act is a part of the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act and provides important medical coverage...
Mar 11, 2022 | Defense Base Act
Nearly every state in the US has mandated some form of workers’ compensation coverage by businesses for their employees. Both the military and the federal government also provide workers’ compensation benefits to employees. But there’s an unusual...
Mar 4, 2022 | Defense Base Act
Have you ever heard of the Defense Base Act? It was founded in 1941 to provide coverage for civilians employed at overseas United States defense bases. Injured employees could receive compensation and medical treatment if they got injured in the course and scope of...
Feb 25, 2022 | Defense Base Act
Every year American employers report more than 2.7 million workplace injuries. These injuries may be accidental or occur as a result of workplace negligence. No matter their cause, you may be entitled to compensation while you recover from your injury. Unfortunately,...
Feb 18, 2022 | Defense Base Act, Workers' Comp
If you, a co-worker, or a family member suffered an injury while working for the U.S. government overseas, you need to take action fast. Your first step should be to hire a lawyer to file Defense Base Act claims for you. Starting the process is daunting. You may have...
