Did you work as an overseas contractor for a security company in support of the United States Government in places like Iraq, Afghanistan, Israel, locations in Africa, or other places around the world? Are you a foreign national that worked as a linguist, translator, or in some other supporting capacity for the United States? Do you have physical or psychological injuries from your employment? You may be entitled to medical care and disability compensation under the Defense Base Act.
If your fighting in support of America is over, now is the time for us to fight for you. Defense Base Act attorney Chris Newton has successfully handled hundreds of claims before the U.S. Department of Labor and Office of Administrative Law Judges, resulting in clients obtaining benefits they justly deserve. Chris knows how to take on the big insurance companies that want to limit or deny your benefits. He will skillfully and thoughtfully prosecute your case to its conclusion. Reach out today for a free consultation.
The Defense Base Act covers you if you work as an employee of a civilian contractor overseas, such as if you work on U.S. military bases, land used for military purposes, or public work contracts.
An injury must arise out of and in the course of employment—meaning you were injured at work or have an injury that naturally flows from the work after you return home. You also may be covered for injuries that happened outside of work if you lived in a Zone of Special Danger.
Current or former employees may be entitled to medical treatment, disability benefits, and death benefits. Every case is different, but if a case is settled, you may receive regular or lump sum monetary payments.
No. The Defense Base Act does not cover pain and suffering. You cannot receive compensation for pain and suffering under the Act.
The Defense Base Act covers any employment activities carried out for private employers on United States military bases, contract work approved and funded by the U.S. Foreign Assistance Defense Base Act, word for U.S. employers providing welfare services for the benefit of armed forces, and more. This would include support staff (logistics, translators, linguists) and security staff.
A successful claim requires many necessary forms, documentation, and medical evidence that go to the United States Department of Labor. If the case is not resolved before the Department of Labor, a case may go to the Office of Administrative Law Judges for litigation. Navigating these waters without an experienced DBA attorney is not a good idea.
Nothing. Our fee is paid directly by the insurance company and not from your compensation.
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