Oct 27, 2023 | Workplace Injury
In 2021, there were approximately 2.6 million workplace injuries and illnesses. Working on an oil rig is more dangerous than conventional jobs, and workplace accidents are often serious. It’s essential to understand the most common oil rig injuries so you can...
Oct 20, 2023 | Workplace Injury
Working on an oil rig is not always a safe work environment. In 2021, there were 164 injuries due to offshore incidents. If either you or a loved one works on an oil platform, you may be concerned about oil rig accidents. What can you do to avoid accidents at work?...
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....
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...
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...
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...
