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Why Handling an OWCP Claim Without Guidance Can Backfire

Some federal workers approach an OWCP claim the same way they would any other workplace injury. You get hurt, notify your employer, see a doctor, fill out some forms, and...

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When OWCP Medical Documentation Doesn’t Line Up

A significant number of OWCP claims face delays or denials for one reason that surprises federal workers: the medical records don’t clearly support their claim. In many cases, the injured...

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Your OWCP Claim Didn’t End When You Returned to Work

Not all, but many federal employees assume their OWCP claim ends once they return to work. The thinking is understandable: if you’re back on the job, the case must be...

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Why Delaying Your OWCP Claim Can Hurt Your Case

Many people have the common instinct to ignore injuries until they escalate. You get hurt at work, but it doesn’t feel serious enough to make a big deal out of...

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“I Got Hurt at Work, So I’m Covered, Right?”

It seems like a simple assumption. If you’re injured on the job as a federal employee, you should be covered, right? And in theory, that’s true. But in practice, it’s...

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When a Blood Clot Becomes a DVT OWCP Claim

Most people think of workplace injuries as something immediate and obvious, like a fall, a lifting injury, or a sudden accident. But not every serious or life-threatening condition shows up...

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4 Common Mistakes Injured Federal Workers Make When Filing OWCP Claims

When you’re hurt on the job, filing an OWCP claim may feel like a routine/automated formality, something you fill out and wait on. But the reality is different. Strict federal...

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Performance of Duty for OWCP Claims: Does Injury Location Matter?

One of the most common questions federal employees ask immediately after an injury is whether they’re still covered, even if the accident didn’t happen inside their office or facility. The...

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