I was injured in a bomb blast in Afghanistan. I was referred to the law firm of Gillis, Mermell & Pacheco through a friend. While standing on a rooftop in Afghanistan, I spoke with these lawyers on the telephone. They directed my case from that point forward. I worked primarily with Ms. Peake. S...he did a great job keeping me informed and fighting for my rights. I ultimately settled my case to my advantage and was able to move on with my life. I highly recommend this firm to anyone injured in Iraq or Afghanistan who is covered by the Defense Base Act.