Defense Base Act Attorney, Ralph Lorberbaum

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29 years of success in providing representation to injured workers.

Were You Injured Overseas?

Were You Injured at a U.S. Military Base?

Overseas workers compensations laws are complex. If you have been injured on the job or involved in an accident while working overseas, you want an overseas workers’ compensation attorney who understands overseas workers’ compensation laws... who understands the process for acquiring benefits under each specific overseas workers’ compensation law... and who has the experience to provide you with the legal representation you deserve.

For over 29 years Attorney R alph Lorberbaum has been providing legal representation to workers who have been injured. He understands the various overseas workers compensation laws that can provide you benefits, including: The Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA), the Defense Base Act, and the Non-Appropriated Fund Instrumentality Act (NAFIA).

If you have been injured in an accident while working overseas for a civilian contractor under contract with the U.S. Government, the Defense Base Act may apply. At that time, you should have an experienced international injury claim lawyer representing your legal interests. Experience does matter, and understanding the law and your benefits is paramount to ensuring your receive all the benefits to which you are entitled.

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A graduate of Emory University School of Law, Ralph Lorberbaum is certified in Civil Law by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. He is a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates, and has served as President of Workers’ Compensation Claimants’ Lawyers (W.C.C.L.).

Mr. Lorberbaum has lectured at numerous institutions including Association of Trial Lawyers of America, the Workers’ Compensation Law Institute, and the Loyola University School of Law.

He is co-author of The Longshore Textbook, 4th ED, Lawyers and Judges Publishing Co. (The Defense Base Act is a part of the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act).

You will not find a more qualified attorney in this field.

Unlike many attorneys, Mr. Lorberbaum provides prompt communications with his clients and personal attention to your case. Mr. Lorberbaum is able to take Defense Base Act cases from any U.S. State or Territory, as well as foreign countries.

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Attorney's Fees

Attorney's fees for offshore workers' compensation claims are regulated by federal statute. (33 U.S. Code 928 ) Fees are approved by the U.S. Department of Labor. Attorney's fees and costs are usually determined at the conclusion of the case.

In most cases, the employer's insurance carrier pays Mr.Lorbertbaum's fees. Even if you are able to be employed, either in your regular job or in a job modified to meet your needs, you should hire an attorney such as Mr. Lorborbaum to help ensure you receive all of your benefits.

Benefits can include temporary total disability for time lost at work or temporary partial disability for limited duty, medical costs, and reimbursements for out-of-pocket expenses as well as payments to your health care providers and mileage to and from your doctor's appointments.

For experienced representation and a free confidential consultation, contact overseas workers’ compensation attorney, R alph Lorberbaum, today or call 1-800-569-4135 to work with an attorney with a worldwide reputation for excellence and 29 year track record of success.