Appealing a CA-2a with The OWCP While I cannot offer specific legal advice, I can share some general tips on appealing a CA-2a decision with the OWCP: Understanding the Decision: Thoroughly review the OWCP's decision: Pay close attention to the rationale behind their denial and identify the specific points you disagree with. This [...]

Tips for Injured Letter Carriers in the NALC I understand that being an injured letter carrier can be a challenging and stressful experience. Fortunately, the NALC provides a wealth of resources and support to help members navigate the process of recovering from an injury and getting back to work. Here are some key [...]

What To Do If Injured Working for the Bureau of Land Management? If you are injured while working for the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), you should: Seek medical attention immediately. This is the most important step, as your health and safety should be your top priority. Report the federal workers compensation injury [...]

OWCP Mileage Reimbursement The current mileage reimbursement rate for OWCP claims is 58.5 cents per mile. This rate is effective January 1, 2023. You can find the most up-to-date mileage reimbursement rates on the OWCP website. To be reimbursed for mileage, you must use your personal vehicle to travel to and from medical [...]

Here are 5 OWCP tips for injured federal workers: Report your injury to your supervisor as soon as possible. This is important for both medical and legal reasons. You will need to provide your supervisor with a written notice of your injury within 30 days of the date of injury. Seek medical attention right [...]