by Emily Mermell | Jun 25, 2020 | DBA FAQ
If your loved one dies as a result of an injury on the job, you are entitled to death benefits. Death benefits are payable at the rate of one half of the employee’s average weekly wage to a surviving spouse or child, or two thirds of the average weekly wage for two or...
by Emily Mermell | Jun 17, 2020 | DBA FAQ
If your loved one dies as a result of an injury on the job, you are entitled to death benefits. Death benefits are payable at the rate of one half of the employee’s average weekly wage to a surviving spouse or child, or two thirds of the average weekly wage for two or...
by Emily Mermell | Jun 2, 2020 | DBA FAQ
You are entitled to compensation for temporary total disability at the rate of two thirds of your average weekly wage, up to the maximum compensation rate (for 2007 that is $1,114.44 per week) for so long as a doctor says you are unable to return to work on a...
by Emily Mermell | Jun 2, 2020 | DBA FAQ
Yes. The law provides you with your “first free choice of physician.” This is a very critical part of your case. You should make sure that you choose a qualified doctor who is capable of treating your particular condition and who is a patient advocate. We can help you...
by Emily Mermell | Jun 2, 2020 | DBA FAQ
The first thing you should do is notify your employer. The law requires you to notify your employer within 30 days of your injury. You should notify your employer and seek medical attention for your injuries. We invite you to contact us to discuss your...
by Emily Mermell | Jun 1, 2020 | DBA FAQ
If you are injured in the course and scope of your employment you are covered. However, even if your injury has nothing to do with your employment, you may still be covered under the Defense Base Act if you are considered to be in a “zone of danger.” In our opinion,...
