Which Employers Must Have DBA Insurance?
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Date31 Jan 2023
The main goal of the Defense Base Act (DBA) is to cover qualifying workers on military bases outside of the United States. Its primary purpose is to provide compensation for injuries, disabilities, or death to persons employed under a contract... Read More →
“Costs of War” Project Reveals Government Contractors Did Not Receive Compensation for Injuries
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Date26 Jan 2023
The Defense Base Act (DBA) provides workers’ compensation benefits to civilian employees working abroad on U.S. military bases or under a U.S. government contract for national defense. Under the Act, qualifying employers must acquire DBA coverage for their foreign national... Read More →
What Happens if I am Injured While Working Overseas?
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Date21 Jan 2023
There are various benefits of working as a civilian contractor overseas for the United States government, such as high compensation, good benefits, and marketability. However, like any other job, especially one overseas in potentially volatile areas, it brings additional challenges... Read More →
Four Common Mistakes to Avoid When Filing a DBA Claim
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Date11 Jan 2023
The U.S. government and military rely heavily on civilian defense contractors. According to a recent report, nearly 53,000 U.S. contractors were in the Middle East in 2019, compared with 35,000 U.S. troops. Civilian defense contractors often face the same risks... Read More →