Avoiding Common Pitfalls in Workers’ Compensation Claims Filing a workers’ compensation claim can be a daunting process. Many federal employees don’t realize how seemingly small mistakes can lead to delays, denied claims, or even lost benefits. Understanding common pitfalls and how to avoid them is key to ensuring a successful claim. At Aumiller Lomax, we […]

Occupational Diseases’ Impact on Federal Workers’ Compensation Occupational diseases aren’t uncommon in federal employees. For many, they’re just a reality of this type of employment. But just because occupational disease is commonplace doesn’t mean you have to live with the outcomes alone. Many federal employees affected by these conditions are eligible for compensation. Let’s take […]

Signs a Preexisting Condition Is Affecting Your Workers’ Comp Claim Dealing with a federal workers’ compensation claim is always a complex process. Adding preexisting conditions to the mix only makes building a case more challenging. Whether you’re a federal employee currently filing a claim or just want to be prepared for the future, understanding the […]

Postal Workers’ Challenges in Federal Compensation Claims Postal workers play a critical role in keeping communities connected. Whether it’s delivering Christmas cards or ensuring the flow of goods across the United States, we can’t overstate the importance of their contributions. However, this line of work comes with its fair share of risks. Repetitive strain injuries […]

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 […]