Breaking OWCP with Chris & Gini
Educating the federal workforce about their rights and responsibilities in OWCP.
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Breaking OWCP with Chris & Gini
Navigating Federal Work Comp: Essential Steps and Third-Party Injury Insights
In this episode of the Breaking OWCP Podcast, hosts Chris and Gini dive deep into the critical steps every federal employee needs to take after a work injury. They share valuable insights on how to file a claim, the importance of selecting the right doctor, and how to avoid common mistakes that can jeopardize your benefits.
Key topics covered:
- Filing a Claim Properly: Detailed advice on how to file CA-1 and CA-2 claims, including the importance of reporting injuries immediately, writing detailed personal statements, and selecting a qualified doctor.
- Understanding Third-Party Injuries: What to do when you're involved in a third-party accident, like a car wreck on the job or a slip-and-fall. Chris and Gini break down why you should avoid local personal injury attorneys and instead focus on federal injury specialists to protect your benefits.
- The Importance of Uninsured Motorist Coverage: Why every federal worker driving on the job needs comprehensive uninsured/underinsured motorist insurance.
- Live Q&A: The hosts answer listener questions on mileage reimbursement, filing deadlines, and what to do if your claim gets denied.
- Fun Moments: A light-hearted discussion on unusual encounters federal workers face, from run-ins with animals like goats, bears, and alligators during their routes.
Whether you're a USPS worker, a rural carrier, or any federal employee, this episode is packed with must-know information to protect your work comp rights and navigate the complexities of third-party accidents.
Resources Mentioned:
- Federal Injury Centers
- Eric Blowers & Carlos Saldivar (Federal Attorneys)
- How to File Claims: Step-by-step guide to filing a CA-1 or CA-2 claim.
Tune in for a lively and informative session that could save you from making costly mistakes!
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