Attorney Gregory A. Hall has been representing federal employees since 1995. Attorney Hall represents federal employees from many states on various types of administrative and judicial claims. In addition to representing OWCP claimants, Mr. Hall takes EEO, MSPB and OPM disability cases. He has an active state and federal court practice as well.
Mr. Hall handles all phases of an OWCP claim, from representing clients at the District Office level, to appeals before the Branch of Hearings and Appeal and the Employees’ Compensation Appeals Board (ECAB) in Washington, D.C.
DO YOU REALLY NEED TO HIRE AN OWCP LAWYER?
If you answer yes to any of these questions, you probably should retain a federal workers compensation lawyer:
- Has your injury left you unable to perform your regular job?
- Has your injury has caused a permanent impairment?
- Is your employing agency unwilling or unable to accommodate your work restrictions?
- Is your employing agency harassing you because of your work injury?
- Is your employing agency threatening you with disciplinary action?
- Is the OWCP sending you for a second opinion or referee exam?
There are a lot of potential pitfalls in workers’ compensation cases, but one mistake to avoid is failing to select your own physician from the very outset of your claim. So, bottom line, if you are injured on the job, you have the right to choose your own physician. If you are taken to the emergency room, then when you are released by the emergency department, insist on seeing a physician of your choosing. Very often claimants, especially postal workers, are directed by management (or the emergency department) to see one of the agency’s “workers’ compensation doctors” – this is a big mistake. Choosing your own doctor is in many ways the most critical decision you make on your case.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for Federal Workers Compensation benefits in Denver?
Federal Workers Compensation benefits in Denver are available to employees who work for the federal government and suffer work-related injuries or illnesses. This includes federal civilian employees, postal workers, and employees of federal agencies such as the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Social Security Administration. To be eligible for benefits, the injury or illness must have occurred in the course of employment, and the employee must file a claim with the Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs (OWCP).
What types of benefits are available under Federal Workers Compensation in Denver?
Employees who qualify for Federal Workers Compensation in Denver may be entitled to various types of benefits, including medical treatment for the injury or illness, compensation for lost wages (including wage loss due to partial or total disability), vocational rehabilitation services, and survivor benefits in the event of a work-related death. The specific benefits available depend on the nature and severity of the injury or illness and other factors outlined in the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA) and its extensions.
How do I file a claim for Federal Workers Compensation in Denver?
To file a claim for Federal Workers Compensation in Denver, employees must report their work-related injury or illness to their supervisor or employer representative as soon as possible. They should then seek medical attention and obtain any necessary treatment for their condition. Within 30 days of the injury or illness, employees must submit a written notice of injury using Form LS-201 to the OWCP. Additionally, within one year of the injury or illness, employees must file a written claim for compensation using Form LS-203. It’s crucial to follow these procedures promptly to ensure timely processing of the claim and receipt of benefits.
