Navigating Shoulder Injury Claims Under the Defense Base Act: A Comprehensive Guide by DBA Attorney, Timothy Nies, an Army Ranger Veteran Introduction: Defense Base Act lawyer, Tim Nies, an Army…Read more »
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Your First DBA Disability Check
Introduction Injured workers who sustain injuries while working overseas under a government contract may be entitled to compensation and benefits under the Defense Base Act (DBA). The DBA is an…Read more »
How Long do DBA Claims Take to Settle?
How Long do DBA Claims Take to Settle? How long do DBA claims take to settle? This is one of the most asked questions I am asked. At the risk…Read more »
Guide to DBA Mediation
Guide to DBA Mediation A majority of Defense Base Act (DBA) claims are settled at mediations. This guide to DBA mediations discusses when mediations typically take place, how DBA mediators…Read more »
What to Expect at your Functional Capacity Evaluation in your DBA Claim
What to Expect at Your Functional Capacity Evaluation in Your DBA Claim At some point in many Defense Base Act claims, the treating physician or the DBA insurance carrier will…Read more »




