Urticaria, or chronic hives, is an inflammatory condition with an unknown etiology or cause that presents as raised welts on one’s body which can cause severe itching and discomfort when exposed to offending compounds as well as the sun. Individuals with this condition may develop an intense urge to scratch their skin which may only bring about temporary relief after which the welts reappear with a vengeance, and the itching continues.

In some individuals, the welts may be large and red, and they make it next to impossible to carry out simple activities such as showering, sleeping on their side or back, as well as spending time outdoors. Hives are thought to be due to an immune reaction caused by an external agent that makes the body attack the skin mistakenly.

USPS last mile workers who are affected by urticaria often find themselves unable to continue working, requiring periods of rest at home until the hives subside due to the intense itching and pain they experience on an almost constant basis.

Thankfully, the legislative orders brought forth by FECA has made it possible for USPS last mile letter carriers to receive compensation as well as wage-loss benefits and medical treatment for this and other conditions as long as clear causation is demonstrated and they are actively sick.

This program has stringent requirements and asks that injured or unwell federal workers fill in certain forms within a specific timeframe as well as attend regular medical appointments so their condition can be monitored to determine their ongoing eligibility for federal workers’ compensation benefits.

USPS workers with chronic hives may suffer such a great amount of discomfort that initiating the federal workers’ compensation process may be difficult. In addition, the process may be convoluted, and finding a physician who can offer OWCP-mandated exams may be next to impossible.

It is because of these and other reasons that you will require the expert assistance of experienced federal workers’ compensation attorneys to help you navigate this illness and the OWCP program, and we’d love to offer these timely services to you so you can focus on healing – read on to find out more.

Are you looking for a best federal workers’ compensation lawyer for chronic hives or urticaria? Please call us NOW at (314) 481-63338 to learn more about your legal options for justice and compensation. The experienced USPS last mile worker injury lawyers at McCready Law have handled thousands of injured federal worker claims over the last three decades, helping reinstate, appeal and initiate compensation for these individuals after getting injured on the job as USPS workers, or developing a work-related illness.

We serve all injured or sick USPS workers countrywide, and provide our clients with resources such as OWCP-savvy physicians, access to experts as well as help with the filing in of various forms and communicating with OWCP on your behalf, all done to ensure that you only focus on getting better, and not running up and down trying to beat deadlines for federal workers’ compensation.

At McCready Law, we understand that this may be a financially trying time for you and it’s because of this that we would like to state that we offer flexible monthly payment plans that are ideal for your needs that we can discuss with you so you’re able to receive timely legal representation without having to worry about the cost of the same.

In addition, our fees are reviewed by OPM to ensure that they are fair, reasonable and in line with industry standards as the end goal is to ensure you have a sufficient amount of financial resources to manage your illness to maximum medical improvement.

If you developed chronic hives while working as a last mile letter carrier for the USPS, please give us a call NOW at (314) 481-63338 to learn more about your legal options for justice and compensation – our intake team is standing by.

Causes and Symptoms of Chronic Hives in USPS Workers

Simply put, urticaria refers to chronic hives which can be triggered by environmental and even dietary factors. They tend to resolve within a few hours to a few days, but they have also been known to persist for many weeks and in some cases, go on for many months.

Urticaria may be caused by heat and sweating due to the physical exertion one may have to perform while carrying packages, working around environmental allergens where dust, pollen and mold are present, and even pressure where carrying mailbags can apply pressure on the skin, triggering hives. In addition, insect bites while on delivery routes have been shown to lead to their sudden development.

How Chronic Hives May Affect USPS Last Mile Letter Carriers

1. They may limit mobility due to the resultant swelling and discomfort, making it difficult to carry large packages and boxes in an efficient manner
2. Increased absenteeism due to severe and painful outbreaks which may make it challenging to even go out into the sun
3. Distraction due to persistent itching and the need to scratch, which may make USPS workers constantly late on their routes or even expose them to accidents due to said distraction
4. The psychological burden of dealing with a condition so chronic may lead to depression, anxiety and even isolation, which may then impact work performance.

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USPS last mile workers diagnosed with chronic hives may be eligible for medical treatment coverage under the Federal Employees Health Benefits or FEHB program, which may cover things like allergy testing and diagnosis, prescription medication such as corticosteroids and antihistamines, as well as dermatological appointments and treatments. If these hives significantly impact your life and your ability to carry out job duties, you may qualify for disability compensation under FERS.

Lastly and certainly not least, you may be quality for Continuation of Pay or CoP benefits as long as you are able to demonstrate causation between the condition and the work circumstance or exposure that caused it, and that you timely report and submit all relevant forms.

Confused? There is a lot to unpack when it comes to applying and qualifying for federal workers’ compensation due to chronic hives; because of this, we’d like to invite you to give us a call NOW at (314) 481-63338 to learn more about your legal options for justice and compensation. Remember, the call is 100% FREE, and there is no legal obligation. Thanks for choosing McCready Law, and we look forward to serving you.