As a federal worker who has been injured on the job, you have the right to seek compensation for your injuries. You’ve filed your claim, and you feel confident about receiving benefits. But then you get word that your claim has been denied. What now? Rest assured that a denial isn’t the end of the […]
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Exceptions to the Types of Injuries Covered Under Federal Workers’ Compensation for Postal Employees
As a United States Postal Service employee, you face unique workplace challenges every day. From handling heavy packages to navigating traffic and adverse weather conditions, the potential for injury is quite high. Understanding what injuries are covered, which are not, and the compensation you may be entitled to is crucial for any postal worker. What […]
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Key Steps in Filing a Federal Workers’ Compensation Claim for Postal Employees
Navigating the federal workers’ compensation claim process can be challenging. Yet, if you’re a postal employee who has sustained injuries on the job, following this process is crucial to secure the benefits you’re entitled to. Learn more about the application steps of a federal workers’ compensation claim to help you move through the process quickly […]
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Understanding the Process of Filing a Federal Workers’ Compensation Claim
Understanding the Federal Workers’ Comp Filing Procedure So, you’ve been injured at work. It can be tempting to simply get medical care and return to the job as soon as possible. However, federal employees are often entitled to compensation for injuries sustained on the job. Unfortunately, the complicated federal workers’ comp filing procedure gives many […]
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What Are the Four Federal Workers’ Compensation Programs?
Federal employees who are injured “in the course” of work can apply for workers’ compensation to help mitigate the expenses and lost wages associated with their injuries. Before applying, learn about the four categories of federal workers’ compensation benefits you and your family may be entitled to. Wage Replacement Benefits If your workplace injury affects […]
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How Long Can You Be on Federal Workers’ Compensation?
As a federal employee with a workplace injury or illness, you may be eager to know how long you can be on federal workers’ compensation. After all, the last thing you need is to have the Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs (OWCP) pull the rug out from under you when you haven’t fully healed from […]
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Common Legal Issues Faced by Federal Workers
United States labor laws protect employees in every sector, including federal workers employed by the government. Are you facing discrimination, injury, wrongful termination, or another legal issue at work? Learn your rights and find out how a lawyer can help. Legal Issues Faced by Federal Workers Discrimination, harassment, and retaliation: The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission […]
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Can I Receive Both FECA & Social Security Disability Benefits?
Federal Workers’ Compensation Law Firm Federal workers are often entitled to compensation if they are injured in a work-related incident. These damages can include medical expenses, lost wages, and vocational training. However, some federal workers may also be eligible for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits if your injury prevents you from working, whether that be […]
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Who is Considered a Federal Employee?
Federal Workers’ Compensation Law Firm As a federal worker, you have certain rights under the law. If you were injured in a work-related incident, you may be eligible for federal workers’ compensation. Aumiller Lomax is a federal workers’ compensation law firm representing federal government employees across the nation, and even stationed overseas. Our attorneys have […]
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What Does the Federal Employees’ Compensation Act Provide?
Federal Workers’ Compensation Law Firm If you are a federal employee who has been injured on the job, you may be entitled to benefits under the Federal Employees’ Compensation Act (FECA). FECA is a federal law that provides medical benefits and wage replacement payments to eligible federal workers who are injured or become ill as […]