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Injured contractors working overseas for the U.S. government are covered under the Defense Base Act (DBA). This law ensures that workers who are injured while on a U.S. government contract abroad can receive workers’ compensation benefits. However, the process of filing a claim and understanding your rights can be complex.
What is the Defense Base Act?
The Defense Base Act provides workers’ compensation benefits to contractors, subcontractors, and their employees working on U.S. government contracts outside the U.S. This coverage includes medical treatment, disability payments, and compensation for job-related deaths. The DBA also applies to employees working on military bases, U.S. defense contractors, and certain public works contracts.
