The Defense Base Act and War Hazards Compensation Act form a specialized federal workers’ compensation system covering overseas civilian contractors employed in support of U.S. defense and foreign affairs efforts. Claims brought pursuant to those laws pose significant legal and financial challenges for employers and insurers, especially given that federal statutes and regulations governing such matters impose on businesses strict deadlines and requirements.
Thus, understanding your obligations when a claim is filed under the Defense Base Act or War Hazards Compensation Act makes it absolutely critical that you have knowledgeable legal representation capable of providing insightful counsel on the complex matters pertaining to this very nuanced area of law.
Our team of attorneys in our Defense Base Act and War Hazards Compensation Act practice group is uniquely experienced and qualified to assist clients governed by the DBA, which requires U.S. government contractors and subcontractors to acquire workers’ compensation coverage for civilian employees working worldwide. We also possess a deep-rooted understanding of the complexities and intricacies involving claims under the WHCA — which provides reimbursement for workers’ compensation benefits paid to employees injured or killed due to “war-risk hazards.” The group works in close coordination with the firm’s state workers’ compensation counsel to navigate complex jurisdictional issues that arise in DBA and WHCA claims.
Our Defense Base Act and War Hazards Compensation Act group also has experience with adjacent federal compensation laws and works closely with the firm’s Maritime practice to handle claims arising under the Longshore and Harbor Workers Compensation Act (LHWCA) and Jones Act. The group also has a deep proficiency with home foreign voluntary workers’ compensation claims, which arise under specialized policies that extend state compensation benefits to employees working outside their home country.
Our Defense Base Act and War Hazards Compensation Act practice — which adds to our firm’s stellar reputation as one of the nation’s leaders in insurance and workers’ compensation defense — is comprised not only of highly skilled litigators, but also trusted advisors known for providing skilled counsel to clients on claims handling best practices, litigation and defense trends, and complex coverage matters.
Knowing that no two cases are the same, we craft and employ tailor-made legal strategies to meet the specific needs of those we represent. Our attorneys take a collaborative approach to representing our clients, ensuring they are kept apprised of developments at every stage of their case and that their voices are heard so that matters are resolved in the most expedient and cost-effective manner.
We are meticulous and persistent in investigating cases — thoroughly probing circumstances surrounding alleged injuries and diligently and aggressively challenging medical opinions — to defend our clients against fraudulent and exaggerated claims.
The attorneys in the Defense Base Act and War Hazards Compensation Act practice group possess a wealth of experience arguing cases before the U.S. Department of Labor and Benefits Review Board, as well as federal district and appellate courts.
With a long record of success in representing clients — a byproduct of our profound knowledge of, and experience in, this highly specialized area of law — Goldberg Segalla consistently makes it possible for employers and insurers to avoid prolonged and costly litigation, enabling them to keep their focus on achieving their business goals.
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