The Defense Base Act and why it comes under the Longshore and Harbor Workers Comp Act
The history of the Defense Base Act is not only important to all of us who practice this specialized area of the law, but should be understand by the men and women who are affected by this law – those who work for defense base contractors or the U.S. Government
Procedures an injured contractor follows to get compensated under the DBA
The Defense Base Act was specifically enacted to give legal protection to persons employed at U.S. defense bases overseas. The Defense Base Act is designed to provide medical treatment and compensation to employees of defense contractors injured when performing their duties during their time of employment. Although practically all United States
When hiring an experienced Defense Base Act attorney like Ken Franconero can help
Many of us cannot imagine the courage that it takes to head to a foreign land, away from friends and family, and work on a United States defense base or in any other capacity. Even fewer can understand the pain associated with a personal injury, or loss of a loved
Employers Attempting To Keep Workers’ Injuries Quiet
Injuries in the workplace are common. That is why worker’s compensation exists, and when everyone cooperates, the system can be a lifesaver. However, as Mother Jones recently reported, many large retailers are attempting to keep the lid on workplace injuries, and that is a major problem. In fact, the Obama
Wage Loss & Medical Benefits Under The Defense Base Act
If you or a loved one was injured while working overseas, the Defense Base Act is most likely your support for receiving some sort of compensation. When employers or insurance companies try to deny you your rightful compensation, the Defense Base Act is supposed to ensure that you get what
Defense Base Act is ‘Exclusive Remedy’ For Injured Government Contractors
When you or a loved one is injured while working for the government overseas, the Defense Base Act is your protection. Employers and insurance companies may attempt to delay or deny you benefits, and that is simply unacceptable. You have worked too hard, and sacrificed too much to be ignored
Transparency In Workers’ Compensation Premiums
Not everybody is extremely familiar with the Defense Base Act or Longshore laws. However, if the time comes where you or a loved one is injured working overseas for the government, you will become very familiar with them, very quickly. That is because these laws are your protection from delayed or
PTSD and the Defense Base Act
Working for your country overseas can be a very stressful and difficult experience. Even if you end up having a successful tour, chances are you will have still gone through a lot during the process. However, those who aren’t as fortunate to escape unscathed have it even tougher. Many people
Defense Base Act Clients
Currently, you may not know much about the Defense Base Act. However, if you or a loved one is injured while working for the government overseas, you will become familiar with it very quickly. Though the Defense Base Act is your protection, it contains many complexities and gray areas. If