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 →
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 →
COVID-19 Claims under the Defense Base Act
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Date27 Feb 2022
Government workers and contractors often operate under unique and challenging working environments. In certain instances, these working conditions may expose them to dangers, diseases, and illnesses that other workers do not frequently encounter. In the context of COVID-19, workers may... Read More →
What Is the “Zone of Special Danger” Under the Defense Base Act?
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Date15 Feb 2022
The Department of Labor, Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs, administers the Defense Base Act (DBA). The DBA is a critical law for those working overseas. The program provides workers’ compensation benefits to civilian employees working abroad on a U.S. military... Read More →
Increase in U.S. Military Civilian Contractors Workers Compensation Claims
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Date08 Feb 2022
Service members and those who suffer the experience of wars are often left to heal physical and psychological trauma. While some wounds make their presence known immediately, many manifests after weeks, months, and even years after one has survived or... Read More →
Injured at Someone’s Home: Can You Seek Damages?
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Date24 Oct 2017
If you received an injury at someone’s home, you might have more medical bills and additional costs than you bargained for. But how can you know if your injury was caused by owner negligence that might warrant a lawsuit for... Read More →
Don’t Let an Out-of-State Accident Give You the Back-to-School Blues
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Date31 Aug 2017
If you are in school or getting ready to go to school out of state, you need to be prepared in case you’re ever injured in a car accident. When an auto accident occurs between two drivers from two different... Read More →
What Trampoline Owners Should Know And Understand About Their Legal Liability
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Date18 May 2017
The use of trampolines is a popular activity, and there is little doubt that trampolines are an enjoyable way to get much-needed exercise. However, trampolines also carry some risk. That means they may pose not only a physical danger to... Read More →
What to Do if Injured Overseas
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Date19 Mar 2017
When taking a position as an overseas contractor, many risks and hazards may accompany the work. Although an injury is not an expected result, if you are hurt, it is important to take necessary steps to ensure you are properly... Read More →
Understanding the Benefits Available Under the Defense Base Act
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Date12 Jan 2017
The Defense Base Act (DBA) is a type of insurance that provides benefits and disability compensation to overseas U.S. government employees. Benefits are two-thirds of the employee’s weekly earnings, and have a weekly maximum rate. Here is a breakdown of... Read More →