Why This Question Matters to Injured Federal Employees After a work-related injury, many federal employees worry about more than just medical recovery. One of the most common and stressful questions is whether they can lose their job while receiving federal workers’ compensation benefits. The fear of being fired can make an already difficult situation even […]
With the current federal government shutdown, injured federal employees are asking a critical question: will my Federal Employees’ Compensation Act (FECA) benefits continue? The short answer is yes, the core parts of FECA continue to operate. That includes processing injury and wage loss claims, authorizing medical care, issuing compensation and medical payments, and responding to […]
At Sarphie Law, we hear from many federal employees who are frustrated with how long it takes to get their workers’ compensation benefits. The Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs, or OWCP, handles these claims for injured federal workers, and the process can feel slow and confusing. In 2025, while OWCP has made some improvements in […]
Most workers in Louisiana who are injured on the job are covered by the state’s workers’ compensation system. However, if you work for a railroad as a conductor, engineer, track repair worker, or any other rail-related position, your rights are protected by a completely different system: the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA). FELA was created […]
If you're a federal employee injured on the job, navigating the Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs (OWCP) system can feel overwhelming. Between paperwork, deadlines, and agency red tape, it's easy to lose track of your rights—especially when it comes to choosing your treating physician. One of the most common questions we hear at Sarphie Law […]
Why the Fight for Benefits Isn't Over After Discharge For many veterans, the transition from active duty to civilian life brings more than just a change in routine—it introduces a new battle: securing the benefits they earned through service. Despite improvements in technology and processing systems, veterans in 2025 continue to face frustrating delays, denials, […]
Work-related injuries can cause financial stress, medical expenses, and uncertainty about the future. While many employees rely on state workers' compensation programs, federal employees have access to a separate system known as the Federal Employees' Compensation Act (FECA). This law provides financial and medical benefits to eligible workers who suffer job-related injuries or illnesses. However, […]
Federal employees who are injured on the job may be entitled to compensation through the federal workers’ compensation system, managed by the Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs (OWCP). One type of benefit available is a schedule award, which provides compensation for permanent impairments to specific body parts. However, many injured workers are unsure of how […]
