Are you ready to return to work after receiving federal workers’ compensation? The right to reclaim your job post-recovery may activate when your compensation ceases because medical assessments confirm you have recovered from the lingering impairments of your injury, allowing you to resume your previous role without restriction. But not every workplace injury ends with […]
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Understanding OWCP and Federal Workers’ Compensation: Benefits, Claims, and Eligibility
If you’re a federal employee with a workplace injury, navigating the compensation process and claiming the benefits you deserve is your responsibility. As you get started, it’s helpful to have a broad overview of how the Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs (OWCP) system operates. This way, you’ll know what support you may expect during your […]
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What Is a Consequential Injury?
Leading Legal Services for Federal Workers Federal employees who have suffered a work-related injury have the right to receive compensation in the United States. But what happens if your injury causes another injury? It can be hard enough to prove your initial injury happened in the workplace, let alone a consequential injury. However, strong legal […]
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What is OWCP and Why Do I Need a Lawyer?
A federal worker is distinctly different from any other worker for various reasons. That includes workers compensation for injuries and/or illnesses when performing their job duties. In these cases, these claims by federal workers are actually governed by FECA (Federal Employees Compensation Act), and they are administered by OWCP (Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs) under […]