If federal employees finds themselves in the situation of a divorce, there may be some financial concerns associated with their work that shouldn’t be disregarded. Along with the tough emotional issues that must be overcome during a divorce, federal employees must...
For well over a decade, we have dedicated ourselves to providing clear, comprehensive information that empowers federal employees across the nation. A confusing topic often asked about is Federal Disability Retirement's interaction with Social Security Disability...
If you're a federal worker with a medical condition or injury, you may want to consider filing for Federal Disability Retirement. Even if you're currently receiving payments from the OWCP for an ongoing federal workers compensation claim, you may still be eligible for...
The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) has added some new Legal Administrative Specialists (LAS) to help with the backlog of Federal Disability Retirement files. While adding more specialists is long overdue, the short-term results may not appear to be helpful. How...
Federal Disability Retirement benefits help any career federal employee that cannot continue to do their job due to a medical condition. Let's dive into the highlighted benefits of Federal Disability Retirement to find out how it can benefit you. The Misunderstood...
Understanding the OPM's Role The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) in Washington, D.C. adjudicates all of the claims for Federal Disability Retirement. The office building is big, but the Disability and Appeals Branch is only in one room! There are only about 16...
Filing for Federal Disability Retirement benefits can be a long process sometimes lasting over a year. Waiting this long for a benefit that so many desperately need is frustrating and sometimes confusing. OPM Approval for Federal Disability Retirement So, what exactly...
Are you on modified duty wondering whether if you qualify for federal disability retirement? As a federal disability retirement attorney’s office, we get this question a lot. Many people call us and tell us that they don’t think they are eligible for federal...
Many federal employees get stuck with this question: Can I work once I am approved for federal disability retirement? Federal Disability Retirement is an essential benefit, but it is certainly less than the employee is used to earning. However, this shouldn't...
Do I have to be totally disabled for federal disability retirement? Many federal employees struggle with this question. Some problems at work may stem from a medical condition, but most employees find it difficult to classify themselves as disabled. Many workers want...
When it comes to federal disability retirement, one of the most common questions we encounter is, "Does my injury have to be work-related?" The answer to this question is NO! Federal Disability Retirement is a benefit available for any career federal employee that has...
We are here to debunk the biggest myths about Federal Disability Retirement! Bo Harris leads you through the most common questions asked by federal employees about this little known benefit. Learning more about this benefit can help you make a good decision about...
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