Some defense contractors insurers allegedly try to take advantage of the Defense Base Act law
Is there really a need for Defense Base Act lawyers like us at Ken Franconero PLLC? Unfortunately, the answer is a clear and resounding YES! If the insurance companies that insure defense contractors are not forced to abide by the laws of the Defense Base Act, then people’s lives can
The Defense Base Act and why it comes under the Longshore and Harbor Workers Comp Act
The history of the Defense Base Act is not only important to all of us who practice this specialized area of the law, but should be understand by the men and women who are affected by this law – those who work for defense base contractors or the U.S. Government
When hiring an experienced Defense Base Act attorney like Ken Franconero can help
Many of us cannot imagine the courage that it takes to head to a foreign land, away from friends and family, and work on a United States defense base or in any other capacity. Even fewer can understand the pain associated with a personal injury, or loss of a loved
Proving Discrimination For Filing A Longshore (of DBA) Claim
If you have ever been involved in a Defense Base Act case, you probably realize how much of a struggle it can be. You worked hard, and put your life on the line as a contractor/employee. Yet, after an incident, the insurance company will do everything possible to delay or
State Benefits Vs. Longshore Benefits in the Defense Base Act law
There are many details and precedents that have been set in workers’ compensation and Defense Base Act law. Sometimes, things that seem black and white aren’t quite as clear cut as they appear. Other times, things that used to be understood are changed because of complicated reversals. The bottom line
Top Four (Bad) Reasons Why People Don’t Hire Workers’ Compensation Attorneys
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Benefits Review Board Affirms that Office Workers Are Not Entitled to Longshore Benefits
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Do I Need an Attorney?
By far, the Number One question our clients have is when they consult with us is, “Do I need to hire an attorney?” This year Kenneth G. Franconero, PLLC has had the privilege of representing many injured workers. In retrospect, our clients were happy and grateful that they hired legal counsel. Taking