AFGE is hosting a free online class this week to train members on the federal workers' compensation appeal process.
This class is designed to provide essential knowledge on effectively navigating and utilizing the appeal process for federal workers’ compensation injury claims. As many federal employees’ work-related injury cases are initially denied, this class will equip attendees with the necessary skills to file proper appeals, upload documentation, access documents, and more.
Understanding the appeal process is crucial to preventing delays and errors that could result in permanent denial of your case.
Details
What: Department of Labor/Office of Workers’ Compensation Programs (DOL/OWCP) appeal class
When: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Eastern Wednesday, June 24
How: Register online at https://afgelearn.org/group/767. You must be a member of AFGE with an AFGE Learning Lab account to register for this class. Click this link to create your account.
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