Harris Federal Law Firm

If you are still on the rolls, then your agency will play an important part in your application. During the initial stage of your application there are forms...

Once you are approved for Federal Disability Retirement, the OPM will start your interim payments while they finalize your application. While we see most...

This is a really common question and one that concerns a lot of federal employees, especially those in difficult financial situations. Any outstanding balance...

In order to be eligible for Federal Disability Retirement, you must be compliant with the treatment plan outlined by your medical provider. Doing so shows...

If your FERS Disability Retirement claim is denied, don't worry, you have appeal rights! You can submit an appeal for reconsideration within 30 days from the...

Your VA Disability will not impact your Federal Disability Retirement annuity. You are able to receive 100% of both of these benefits at the same time....

Making benefit elections can be a difficult and stressful process. Deadlines can vary depending on the benefit, although most benefit elections need to be...

So many federal employees ask "Can I access my TSP while on Federal Disability Retirement?" and unfortunately, after retirement you are not able to contribute...

This is one of the most common questions we get... when will I get paid? It's important to understand that your federal disability retirement payments will...

Unfortunately, if you are approved for Federal Disability Retirement, you do not qualify for the Special Retirement Supplement. The special retirement...

Yes, under the rules of the Internal Revenue Service, your Federal Disability Retirement is subject to Federal Tax. This is something to consider when...