Defense Base Act Lawyers for Civilians Injured in IraqNo matter where you live, if you are a civilian who has been injured in Iraq, or anywhere overseas, while working for a private company under a contract with the U.S., call us now at 1-877-IRAQ-999. You have the right to very valuable benefits, including compensation and medical care. We can also help you get a favorable lump sum cash settlement. At The Law Offices of Gillis, Mermell & Pacheco, P.A., we can help you understand your rights under the Defense Base Act. Civilian Workers Injured in Foreign Countries If you are a civilian worker, you may have been contracted to build infrastructure, provide security or service our military in another country. You may have been hired by a U.S. company, such as Halliburton, Titan, KBR, Blackwater USA, DynCorp International, L-3 Communications, S.Y. Coleman or Triple Canopy. Unfortunately, your job may be very dangerous. You could be injured while assisting the U.S. military, building infrastructure for a war torn region, or providing security to U.S. diplomats. However, keep in mind that even if you were not actually engaged in work activities at the time of your injury, you may still be covered if you are considered to be in a "zone of danger" at the time of your accident. This means you could be relaxing or doing a personal errand at the time of your injury, and you are still covered under the Defense Base Act. Our firm can help you. Our experienced attorneys know your rights according to the Defense Base Act. It is important that you have an attorney who knows this very specialized area of law and who has the experience helping injured persons fight for their rights. Even though your employer is automatically responsible for your injury, they still may try to deny you the benefits to which you are entitled. With over 28 years of combined experience, our attorneys know the tricky ins and outs of the law that covers civilian workers injured in Iraq or anywhere overseas. No matter where you live, we can handle your case under the Defense Base Act. Please click on our Verdicts and Settlements page to view a sample of the excellent results we have obtained for our clients over the past 11 years. We offer a free consultation and there are no up front attorney's fees or costs. We will not be paid any fees unless we recover benefits and/or a settlement for you. Contact us immediately to discuss your options with an attorney who cares about helping you fight big insurance companies and employers that may deny your rights as an employee. Call our national toll- free number at 1-877-IRAQ-999 (1-877-4727-999). Contractors in Iraq No matter what type of injury you have suffered, you are entitled to medical help and financial reimbursement if you are injured on the job in Iraq while working for a private company under contract with the U.S. You are entitled to very valuable financial reimbursement along with reasonable and necessary medical care. A workplace injury can change your life. We can help you keep moving forward through your tragedy. We understand the complexity that attaches to injuries occurring in foreign countries such as Iraq. We have handled every kind of injury imaginable, including:
Defense Base Act How are you protected? According to federal law, if you have been injured in a foreign country while working for a private company under contract with the U.S., your employer is responsible for very valuable financial compensation and reasonable and necessary medical care under the Defense Base Act. At The Law Offices of Gillis, Mermell and Pacheco, P.A., we know these federal laws. Even though you are injured off U.S. soil, you are still protected. Unfortunately, many persons who have been injured while doing labor in Iraq and other foreign countries are unaware of their protection under federal law. Click on our FAQ page which may answer questions you have regarding your rights under the Defense Base Act. Workers Injured in Iraq: Contact a competent Defense Base Act lawyer who can handle your case wherever you live. We invite you to contact our firm today for a free consultation. No matter where you are located, our attorneys can help you fight for your rights. We are dedicated to fighting for civilians who have been injured in Iraq or any other foreign country. Civilian Workers in Foreign Countries, contact us now at 1-877-IRAQ-999. Free Initial Consultation ◊ We Work on a Contingency Basis ◊ Se habla español The Law Offices of Gillis, Mermell & Pacheco, P.A. |
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9350 South Dixie Highway
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Suite 1520
Miami, FL 33156
Phone: 305.595.3350
Fax: 305.595.6996