Are you struggling with the fallout of a debilitating back injury you suffered on the job? If this is the case, you may be entitled to benefits thanks to the Federal Employees Retirement System. However, the claims process is not for the faint of heart, and neither is going it alone advisable. 

Our experienced team at McCready Law has vast experience when it comes to handling FERS disability benefits cases, and we’re here to ensure you lock in on your benefits during this difficult time. 

FERS Disability Claims Process for Back and Spinal Injuries Can Be a Battlefield

As a postal worker, you know all too well how an injury can put you out of commission for weeks, or even months. We also appreciate and empathize with you given the sometimes cavalier attitude you face from your supervisors or management who brush off claims of injury, not realizing that many times, these injuries can have delayed consequences, also known as latent-onset injuries, and by the time this is discovered, it may be too late to undo the damage of a back or spinal cord injury that may have gone untreated for too long. 

Applying for FERS disability benefits is a process that is replete with strict deadlines, the need to fill in complex paperwork, as well as ensuring that one’s medical reports are written in objective language, showing clear causation. However, sophisticated or savvy you may feel going into the process, one small mistake can trip you up and set you back in the process, or have your entire claim denied, necessitating the need to file an appeal.

Don’t Make this Expensive Mistake

This is why it is absolutely imperative that you have an experienced FERS disability attorney by your side. At McCready Law, we pride ourselves in knowing the system like the back of our hands, having handled thousands of such claims in the past. We will work together to come up with a convincing case that is backed up by solid medical evidence so you are able to recover maximum benefits. 

Back and spinal cord injuries are particularly catastrophic because you may have to forego your mobility and independence, making it virtually impossible to work as a USPS mail carrier. The cost of medical treatment and surgery for back and spinal cord injuries, as well as the chronic pain, can become overwhelming, beating down even the most patient of federal workers. 

We will help ease the burden off your shoulders by handling all necessary paperwork on your behalf, be in constant contact with the OPM, and double check all forms for errors, so there are no delays when it comes to getting your paperwork accepted and processed. 

How Will FERS Disability Benefits Help Me in My Recovery and Retirement Journey?

FERS disability benefits are designed to provide you with a reliable stream of income so you can take care of daily expenses and seek treatment via the Federal Employees Health Benefits, or FEHB program. The idea for FERS disability benefits is that it is meant to replace about 60 percent of your salary the first year, and it is calculated by taking your high-3 average pay and multiplying it with a certain percentage. It is also exciting to note that these benefits will continue until you reach the age of 62, after which you will start to receive your typical retirement benefits. 

McCready Law’s FERS Disability Legal Team – Here for You, Every Step of the Way

At McCready Law, we have a deep understanding of the challenges faced by postal workers after helping thousands of postal workers just like you over the years. Our goal is to create a compelling case highlighting the seriousness of your condition, your inability to work as well as a comprehensive list of all the medical requirements you will face now, and in the future. 

If you’re a first-time applicant, or if you’re looking to have a denial overturned, please give us a call at 312-444-0214. Thanks for trusting us with your FERS disability case, and let’s work together to put you on the path to compensation and recovery.