Florida Injury Attorneys Blog
Why Many Contractors Are Unaware of Their Rights
Despite being a federal law, the Defense Base Act is not widely understood among civilian contractors.
Workers often discover their entitled rights months or even years after suffering an injury overseas.
Several factors contribute to this lack of awareness:
- Workers assume overseas injuries are not covered
- Some employers provide limited information about DBA coverage
- Contractors focus on finishing their deployment rather than seeking treatment
- Psychological injuries may develop gradually after returning home
Because of this, many injured contractors do not initially pursue the benefits that may be available to them.
Understanding the Defense Base Act before an injury occurs can make a significant difference.
Any companies that fall under the DBA Act like DynCorp, Fluor, Aumentum, Taylor, V2x, PAE, Vectrus, Sallyport, Triple Canopy or any other American based Company that carry DBA coverage, you may be eligible to receive benefits under the DBA Act. Contact us now to discuss your potential claim.