How do I file an OWCP claim?
Once you’re injured on the job, you must provide notice to the employer, and then you must also complete paperwork that goes to the OWCP, the Office of Workers Compensation Programs, who will then review the documentation, and then make a decision on whether or not they accept or decline your claim. They may… Read More »
What is the Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs (OWCP)?
It’s actually called OWCP for short, and that is the federal government that oversees and administers the claims. If you file a claim for a workers’ compensation injury, it’s covered by the OWCP. The claims examiner will be assigned to your claim and will handle your claim. There is no judge. The actually judge… Read More »
Can I receive Federal Workers’ Compensation benefits and Social Security disability benefits at the same time?
Yes, you can. However, the workers’ compensation benefits are considered primary, which means they pay their full amount for wages, and the medical care for all workers’ comp injuries are covered through workers’ comp. Anything not workers’ comp medical would be covered by Social Security. As far as the wages go, they pay a… Read More »
Do I need a lawyer to file an OWCP claim?
No, you don’t. You can file your own claim with the OWCP. The question is whether or not it gets accepted or denied. If it’s denied, it may prove to be very difficult for you to convince the Department of Labor and the OWCP to accept your claim. At that point, I would recommend… Read More »
