Resolving Defense Base Act Claims Through Settlements
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Date31 Mar 2022
There are several ways to reach a resolution in a Defense Base Act (DBA) claim. A DBA attorney can assist claimants in making an informed decision regarding the best course of action. Resolution can come from litigation or settling before... Read More →
Obtaining Defense Base Act Benefits for PTSD
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Date25 Mar 2022
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a psychiatric disorder that can range in severity and duration. Many people associate PTSD with combat; however, the condition can arise after a person experiences severe trauma or a life-threatening event. Those who have PTSD... Read More →
Comparing the Federal Jones Act to the Florida Workers’ Compensation Act
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Date17 Mar 2022
Florida’s workers’ compensation statute is a mechanism for compensating individuals for work-related injuries. The spirit of this law stems from the idea of a quid pro relationship between employees and employers. As such, employers provide medical benefits and other benefits... Read More →
Appealing a Defense Base Act Claim Denial
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Date09 Mar 2022
The Defense Base Act (DBA) provides compensation for disability or death to those employed at military, air, and naval bases outside of the United States. The Senate and House of Representatives enacted this Act to extend the federal workers’ compensation... Read More →