The Defense Base Act (DBA) is an essential compensation program for longshoremen and harbor workers. Companies that hire people to work at defense bases overseas must ensure that their workers are aware of the program and how to acquire coverage from it in the event...
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Month: October 2018
Many jobs on a ship could be the cause of hearing loss
There are moments when those from here in Louisiana get the view of a lifetime on board the ship they work on. Just the noise of the water, the stars and the salty breeze in a quiet corner can often make a rough day worthwhile. However, over time, some of those...
How do death benefits work for the LHWCA?
Friends and family members of Louisiana maritime workers prefer not to think about the possibility that their loved ones might not make it back home one night. Unfortunately, these are high-risk environments that could lead to severe injuries or fatal diseases.If you...
Back injuries often happen the same way no matter where you work
Working on the vessels that navigate the country's waters from here in Louisiana can provide one with a unique work experience that he or she may never get anywhere else. However, that does not mean that workers do not have anything in common with people who...
How is compensation determined for the Defense Base Act?
Determining the rate for workers’ compensation can be difficult for any workplace injury. The employer and insurance company typically base it different variables such as the severity of the damage, the worker’s salary and who was responsible for the...