Hurt while working for a US contractor abroad?
If you were injured, or developed PTSD, while working on a US base or contract overseas, you may be owed compensation under the Defense Base Act. We help you prepare your claim and work with a US law firm to file it.
Who we help
Contract workers
Prime contractors and subcontractors on US bases and contracts in Iraq, Afghanistan, the Gulf and elsewhere.
PTSD and stress
Rocket, mortar or IED attacks, bunker time, or what you saw at work, and how it affects you today.
Physical injuries
Injuries at work, hearing loss, and illness from hazards on the job.
How it works
- Tell us what happenedFill in the intake form: about you, your last job, and your claim.
- Send your documentsPassport, contract, pay slips, ID badge and any medical reports.
- Give your consentOur consent team goes through the terms with you and you sign.
- A US law firm takes your caseWe prepare your statement and documents for the law firm.
- Your claim is filed with the US Department of LaborWe keep your medical reports and updates coming while the insurer reviews it.
- OfferThe law firm negotiates with the insurer and we explain every offer to you.
- PaymentOnce the settlement is approved, your compensation is paid out.
Questions
Does it cost anything to start?
No. You can fill in the intake form and talk to us for free. Fees are set out in your consent and services agreement before any work starts.
I no longer have all my papers. Can I still claim?
Yes. Start with what you have. We help you find the rest, such as old passports, contracts and pay slips.
Are you a law firm?
No. We prepare and coordinate your claim. A licensed US law firm represents you and files it with the Department of Labor.
How long does a claim take?
It depends on the case. Filing usually takes weeks; negotiating a settlement can take months.