Federal employees who suffer an injury or illness on the job have the right to seek compensation under the Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs (OWCP). The OWCP provides benefits for medical expenses, lost wages, and permanent impairments caused by work-related injuries. However, successfully filing a claim can be challenging. Many applications are delayed or denied […]

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 […]