Navigating the Maze: The Role of a Federal Workers' Compensation Attorney Hook: Imagine you're a federal employee, working tirelessly to serve your country, when an unexpected injury at work turns your world upside down. The physical pain is one thing, but the complexity of seeking compensation through the Federal Employees' Compensation Act (FECA) is an [...]
Are Federal Workers Guaranteed Back Pay? Unraveling the Complexities of Federal Workers Compensation Hook: If you're a federal worker sidelined by an occupational injury or disease, you may be asking, "Am I guaranteed back pay?" This question is not just about financial stability—it's about your rights, livelihood, and future. Read on to unearth the complexities [...]
How Long Can You Be on Federal Workers’ Compensation? Are you a federal worker who has suffered an injury while performing your official duties? Are you currently receiving federal workers' compensation and wondering how long these benefits will last? If so, you've landed on the right page! We know that navigating the world of federal [...]
Unveiling the Compensation Mystery: How Much Does Federal Workers Comp Payout? Introduction In the grand scheme of the American workforce, understanding how much federal workers' compensation pays out can seem like an enigma wrapped in red tape. For millions of federal employees, the question of what happens if you are injured on the job is [...]
Unraveling the Intricacies: How Does Federal Workers' Compensation Work? Have you ever wondered who's got your back if an unexpected accident at your federal workplace sidelines you? The answer is hidden in a little-known but highly important provision known as Federal Workers' Compensation. This blog post aims to pull back the curtain on this essential [...]
Shoulder Injuries With Letter CarriersThe job of a USPS letter carrier is often romanticized as a leisurely walk through the neighborhood, but the reality is far more physically demanding, with shoulder injuries being a common occupational hazard. These injuries often stem from the repetitive motions and the constant load-bearing nature of their work.Letter carriers typically [...]
Who Can Help Me The Most With My USPS Injury? My Union Steward or My Union President? If you were injured working for the USPS, both your union steward and your union president can provide assistance, but they serve different roles within the union structure: Union Steward: This is typically the first point of [...]
Will OWCP Help if I Need to Lose Weight to be Approved for Surgery for my Work Injury? Unfortunately, there's not a definitive answer whether OWCP will help with weight loss for surgery related to a work injury. The answer depends on several factors, including: Specifics of your case: OWCP considers each case individually, [...]
Why OWCP Claims Typically Slow Down in December There are several reasons why OWCP (Office of Workers' Compensation Programs) claims may slow down in December: Increased workload: December is the end of the fiscal year for many government agencies, including the Department of Labor which oversees OWCP. This often leads to an increase in [...]
About OWCP's CA-10 FormIf you're a federal employee and you get injured on the job, OWCP Form CA-10 is a lifesaver. It tells you everything you need to know about filing a claim for workers' compensation benefits, including:How to get medical treatmentHow to report the injury to your supervisorHow to file a claim online or [...]
