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Federal Disability Retirement
What is Federal Disability Retirement? A Simple Overview for Federal Employees
A Special Kind of Early Retirement for Federal Employees to Help in Hard Times Federal Disability Retirement is a unique benefit for federal employees who are struggling in their job because of a health problem. Typically, federal workers get their full retirement...
The Benefits You Can Get on Federal Disability Retirement
Federal Disability Retirement is a benefit available to federal employees who become injured or ill and can no longer perform all the primary duties of their job. While it can be difficult to be approved for, Federal Disability Retirement offers many benefits that can...
A Lifeline for Air Traffic Controllers: Understanding Federal Disability Retirement Benefits
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) estimated that more than 1,400 air traffic controllers — or about 10% of the workforce — would depart in 2024 due to issues like staffing shortages, hazardous work environments, health concerns, and exhausting work hours. With...
Sick or Injured Federal Worker? Your Health Insurance Options, Simplified
Early retirement from the federal government due to a disability or injury can lead to a lot of questions, especially about the future of your health insurance. If you're a federal employee retiring early and are worried about health care coverage, rest assured...
Federal Disability Retirement: From Application to Approval, What Postal Workers Need to Know
Are you a postal worker struggling to work because of an injury or illness, but fearful to leave your job because of financial uncertainty? When pain becomes so severe that you're unable to work effectively, it's important to know your options. Learn about how Federal...
5 Common Myths about Federal Disability Retirement, Debunked
Navigating the complex landscape of Federal Disability Retirement can be a daunting task, and many federal employees have misconceptions that deter them from pursuing the federal benefits they deserve. We're cutting through the confusion of the top 5 myths to give you...
Can I Live Off Federal Disability Retirement?
If you’re applying for Federal Disability Retirement, you may be wondering if you can live off the monthly annuity payments. Living with a disability can be costly and having to take an early retirement can be scary, especially when looking at the future of your...
Is It Hard to Get Federal Disability Retirement?
Federal Disability Retirement can be a lifeline for federal workers who are struggling at work due to an injury or illness. But getting approved may be more difficult than you might expect. Discover common challenges in the application process and learn why it’s worth...
Can You Qualify for Federal Disability Retirement with Past or Off-Duty Injuries?
Are you a federal employee wondering if you’re disqualified from Federal Disability Retirement because your injury or illness first occurred a long time ago, or occurred outside of work? Dive deeper into the details of this question, and get clarity on whether or not...
Myth vs. Fact: The Truth About USPS Medical Retirement
Navigating USPS medical retirement, or Federal Disability Retirement, can be overwhelming and confusing. However, with the right legal guidance and resources, it can be a path toward financial security and peace of mind. Read on to learn more about the benefit, if...
Schedule Awards for Nerve Damage: Separating Fact from Fiction
If you’re a federal employee suffering from nerve damage and struggling to work, you might be wondering what you can do to ease the stress of the situation, and if a schedule award is the solution. Read on to discover what a schedule award can do, clear up common...
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