Does the location of my attorney matter for a Federal Workers’ Compensation claim?
The location of your attorney doesn’t really matter at all and that’s because the entire claim is done electronically and by telephone. In most instances the paperwork is going to be done electronically and uploaded to the Department of Labor and the Office of Workers Comp programs, and if there’s any hearings they’re always… Read More »
What is continuation of pay (COP)?
Continuation of pay or commonly known as COP is a payment by the employer for the first 45 days that the employee is out of work. If you’re injured you would file your claim or your notice of injury and if your doctor takes you out of work for those first 45 days your… 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 »
