Dealing With Recurring Injuries Under Federal Workers’ Comp Injuries at the workplace are often more than just a small setback. Oftentimes, they have long-lasting repercussions for federal employees. Some injured workers face the recurrence of an injury, even after they think they’ve recovered. For federal employees, navigating the reemergence of a work-related injury can be […]

The Role of Job Rehabilitation in Federal Workers’ Comp Dealing with the aftermath of a workplace injury is daunting. Not only do you have to worry about your physical recovery, but you may have concerns about keeping your job as well. While you cannot be fired for reporting a workplace accident, many employees feel less […]

Accessing Medical Treatment With Federal Workers’ Comp Have you been injured on the job? Even if your discomfort is minor, it’s crucial to seek medical attention and file a report with your employer. Federal workers have special considerations as they seek compensation for their injuries. At Aumiller Lomax, we work to guide these employees through […]

What Happens to Federal Workers’ Compensation Benefits When You Retire? If you’re receiving federal workers’ compensation benefits and thinking about retirement, you’re not alone. Many injured federal workers wonder what will happen to their benefits once they hit retirement age. The good news? You don’t automatically lose your benefits just because you retire—but there are […]

Navigating the Appeals Process After a Denial Employees have come to expect workers’ compensation when they’re injured on the job. And this is for good reason—workers are protected under numerous laws and are often compensated for those losses. However, it’s not unheard of to have a federal workers’ compensation claim denied. If you’ve gone through […]

Most federal employees are aware that the government compensates workers who are physically injured on the job. But did you know you can file a claim with the Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs (OWCP) for mental health conditions? Today’s high-pressure work environments have brought mental and emotional illness to the forefront. If you believe your […]

As a postal worker facing an injury or illness at work, the initial steps you take to file a federal workers’ compensation claim may define the extent of your benefits. Gathering the required paperwork from the start helps simplify the claims process and promotes a favorable outcome. Here’s the essential paperwork and evidence needed to […]

If you’ve been hurt on the job, you could be entitled to benefits. The road to federal employee workers’ compensation begins by filing a claim. Learn the common pitfalls of this process to streamline your submission and ensure you receive every dollar you’re entitled to. Not Reporting the Accident Promptly Your initial reaction might be […]

Workers’ compensation provides support and benefits to federal employees, including United States Postal Service (USPS) workers, who suffer work-related injuries or illnesses. This system covers medical expenses, provides income replacement, and supports vocational rehabilitation, ensuring workers are not stranded due to accidents or health issues stemming from their job duties. Many people wonder how postal […]

As a federal worker who has been injured on the job, you have the right to seek compensation for your injuries. You’ve filed your claim, and you feel confident about receiving benefits. But then you get word that your claim has been denied. What now? Rest assured that a denial isn’t the end of the […]