Defense Based Act
The Defense Base Act is an extension of the federal workers’ compensation program. The DBA covers persons employed at United States defense bases overseas. The DBA is designed to provide medical treatment and compensation to employees of defense contractors injured in the scope and course of employment.
Dr. Valette specializes in evaluating war trauma. He can do these evaluations for contractors all over the world.
He is sought out by attorneys for his clinical opinions on the effects of war trauma. Whether it’s an interpreter from Iraq or Afghanistan, a contract food service worker, or mechanic from Kosovo, or an Ex-Military contractor providing security in any war zone, Dr. Valette can provide a full assessment and report to determine if any psychological injuries were sustained during their contract employment.
Dr. Valette can also provide a TBI assessment due to blast exposure, head injuries, and concussive injury.
Dr. Valette can provide an initial evaluation, or he can review legal counsels psychological report. He can provide, as indicated, a supporting or countering opinion in any clinical findings found in the assessment, psychological testing, diagnosis, and employment conclusions.
If requested, a Peer Review only report can be provided.
Dr. Valette is also able to interview, assess and provide a report for a psychological condition secondary and due to a covered physical injury. Such as depression secondary to chronic pain.
The legal standard is: “Natural and unavoidable consequences of the injury.”