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Episode Overview In this special 10th-anniversary episode, Chris and Gini celebrate a decade of helping federal employees navigate the Office of Workers' Compensation Programs (OWCP). They reflect on the growth of their community and address the most significant hurdle facing injured workers today: the fear of retaliation. This episode provides a tactical breakdown of the CA-10 form and essential advice for securing benefits.
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Website for Locations. www.federalinjurycenters.com
Contact: 877-787-OWCP or message us Facebook
To Buy The Book: www.breakingowcp.com
To Email information: [email protected]
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Wednesday Night OWCP Chats with Chris & Gini
Are you tired of supervisors "losing" your paperwork, denying your medical restrictions, or flat-out refusing to give you the forms you need to file a work injury? In this highly charged episode of Breaking OWCP, Chris and Gini break down three of the most critical forms in the federal workers' comp system: the CA-16, CA-17, and CA-7.
But that's not all. After hearing countless heartbreaking stories of federal employees losing their homes and jobs due to management's malicious delays, Chris drops the ultimate hammer. He reveals a devastating 5-step action plan—straight from a top union guru—designed to hold abusive supervisors accountable and force them to do their jobs.
In This Episode You Will Learn:
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Website for Locations. www.federalinjurycenters.com
Contact: 877-787-OWCP or message us Facebook
To Buy The Book: www.breakingowcp.com
To Email information: [email protected]
Find Us on Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram @
Wednesday Night OWCP Chats with Chris & Gini
What if there was a form that existed for 32 years, specifically designed to tell federal employees exactly what to do when they get hurt—yet almost no one has ever seen it? In this episode of Breaking OWCP, Chris dives deep into his favorite topic: The CA-10 Form.
Chris explains why the CA-10 is supposed to be posted on every employee bulletin board, and breaks down its five simple steps that can be the difference between an accepted claim and a denied one. Later in the episode, Chris circles back to MMI (Maximum Medical Improvement), explaining how to transition from medical treatment to receiving a cash Schedule Award.
In This Episode You Will Learn:
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Website for Locations. www.federalinjurycenters.com
Contact: 877-787-OWCP or message us Facebook
To Buy The Book: www.breakingowcp.com
To Email information: [email protected]
Find Us on Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram @
Wednesday Night OWCP Chats with Chris & Gini
 Is your OWCP claim denied? Don't panic—and more importantly, don't just click "Appeal." In this episode of Breaking OWCP, Chris and Gini reveal why the standard appeal process often fails and why the Request for Reconsideration is your actual path to approval.
Chris shares a specific "speed reading" hack to find the exact reason your claim was denied within the decision letter, allowing you to fix the narrative with your doctor. We also breakdown the complex world of MMI (Maximum Medical Improvement), how it leads to cash payouts via Schedule Awards, and why you must report your injuries before you retire if you want lifetime medical benefits.
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Website for Locations. www.federalinjurycenters.com
Contact: 877-787-OWCP or message us Facebook
To Buy The Book: www.breakingowcp.com
To Email information: [email protected]
Find Us on Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram @
Wednesday Night OWCP Chats with Chris & Gini
Live from Las Vegas, Chris and Gini dive into the technical—but critical—foundations of filing a federal injury claim. If you have ever been confused about whether your injury counts as a "traumatic injury" or an "occupational disease," filing the wrong paperwork can sink your case before it starts.
In this episode, we break down the specific differences between Form CA-1 and Form CA-2. More importantly, Chris issues a stern warning about why you should never use your personal health insurance for a work injury if you can avoid it, and why "appealing" a decision is often the wrong legal move compared to a "Request for Reconsideration."
In This Episode You Will Learn:
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Website for Locations. www.federalinjurycenters.com
Contact: 877-787-OWCP or message us Facebook
To Buy The Book: www.breakingowcp.com
To Email information: [email protected]
Find Us on Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram @
Wednesday Night OWCP Chats with Chris & Gini
Are you one of the 12 out of 13 federal employees whose work injury claim gets denied? In this episode of Breaking OWCP, Chris from Federal Injury Centers tackles the #2 reason claims fail: Management giving employees a hard time.
If your supervisor is refusing to help, claiming they "don't have time," or arguing that you aren't really hurt, they might be breaking federal law. Chris breaks down the specific Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) you need to quote to management, how to use OSHA whistleblower protections to your advantage, and the "All In" poker move that forces your agency to process your paperwork.
In This Episode You Will Learn:
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Relevant Laws & Resources Mentioned:
Website for Locations. www.federalinjurycenters.com
Contact: 877-787-OWCP or message us Facebook
To Buy The Book: www.breakingowcp.com
To Email information: [email protected]
Find Us on Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram @
Wednesday Night OWCP Chats with Chris & Gini
Q&A Special: CA-17 Refusals, The OSHA Strategy, and Finding the Right Doctor
In this interactive Q&A episode of Breaking OWCP, Chris and Gini return from opening the new Montgomery, AL office to play a game of "Stump Chris" with listener questions. If you have ever been confused about who fills out which side of the CA-17, or if you are struggling to find a doctor in your state, this episode provides direct answers.
Chris explains the "Alphabet Rule" for the CA-17 Duty Status Report, clarifying why the Supervisor MUST complete Side A before the doctor completes Side B.
We also preview a major upcoming strategy involving OSHA—explaining how to use federal safety regulations to stop supervisors from refusing to sign your forms. Plus, we discuss the validity of denied claims, the role of Nurse Case Managers, and upcoming coverage on PRP and Stem Cell therapy.
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Website for Locations. www.federalinjurycenters.com
Contact: 877-787-OWCP or message us Facebook
To Buy The Book: www.breakingowcp.com
To Email information: [email protected]
Find Us on Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram @
Wednesday Night OWCP Chats with Chris & Gini
 In this episode of Breaking OWCP, Chris and Gini tackle the rampant issue of supervisor intimidation and the mishandling of federal workers' comp forms. If you have been told that a Nurse Case Manager can force you to leave a doctor’s office, or if your supervisor is refusing to provide you with a CA-16 or CA-17, this episode is mandatory listening.
Chris breaks down the specific legal obligations of your supervisor regarding the critical OWCP forms. We explain why you must receive a CA-16 within four hours of reporting a traumatic injury, how to properly handle the "Side A vs. Side B" requirements of the CA-17 Duty Status Report, and why management has no authority to dictate your medical treatment.
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OWCP, CA-16, CA-17, Federal Workers Compensation, Nurse Case Manager, Supervisor Responsibilities, Traumatic Injury, Federal Injury Centers, CA-1 Form, Union Steward, Postal Service, USPS, AFGE, DOL, Department of Labor, Workers Comp Grievance.
Website for Locations. www.federalinjurycenters.com
Contact: 877-787-OWCP or message us Facebook
To Buy The Book: www.breakingowcp.com
To Email information: [email protected]
Find Us on Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram @
Wednesday Night OWCP Chats with Chris & Gini
Are you a federal or postal employee being told you cannot see a specific doctor for your injury? In this episode of OWCP Wednesday Night Chats, we tackle the wave of misleading letters from management threatening to deny CA-7s and CA-17s based on your medical provider.
We break down the legal reality regarding Chiropractors and Nurse Practitioners, expose the intimidation tactics used to suppress claims, and review the specific federal regulations (CA-810) that protect your "Right of Choice." If you are being told where to go for medical treatment, you need to hear this breakdown of your rights and how to file a grievance to stop the harassment.
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OWCP, Federal Workers Compensation, US Postal Service, USPS Union, CA-17, CA-7, Right of Choice, Federal Employees, Injury Compensation, CA-810, Workers Comp Grievance, Nurse Practitioner, Chiropractor, DOL, Department of Labor.
Website for Locations. www.federalinjurycenters.com
Contact: 877-787-OWCP or message us Facebook
To Buy The Book: www.breakingowcp.com
To Email information: [email protected]
Find Us on Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram @
Wednesday Night OWCP Chats with Chris & Gini
Join Chris and Gini for their final Wednesday Night OWCP Chat of 2025! For nearly 10 years, this dynamic duo has been helping federal employees navigate the complex Office of Workers' Compensation Programs (OWCP) system—completely free.
What You'll Learn in This Episode:
âś… How to File OWCP Claims Correctly - CA-1, CA-2, CA-7, CA-16, and CA-17 forms explained
âś… Schedule Award Secrets - How to get maximum compensation for your injury
âś… Dealing with Claim Denials - Reconsideration strategies that actually work
âś… Congressional Inquiry Success Stories - Real federal employee wins
âś… Continuation of Pay (COP) - Don't lose benefits by making these mistakes
âś… Medical Benefits for Life - Understanding your lifetime OWCP coverage
âś… Choosing Your Own Doctor - Why this decision is critical to your claim
âś… Fighting Back Against Management - Your rights as an injured federal worker
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Why This Matters:
Only 7-14% of federal employees nationwide have accepted OWCP claims. Chris and Gini are on a mission to change that by providing free education to postal workers, federal law enforcement, and all federal employees who deserve proper workers compensation benefits.
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Episode Length: 55 minutes
Release Date: November 21, 2025
Episode Type: Live Q&A / Educational
This is free educational content. Chris and Gini have never charged federal employees for OWCP advice and never will.
Website for Locations. www.federalinjurycenters.com
Contact: 877-787-OWCP or message us Facebook
To Buy The Book: www.breakingowcp.com
To Email information: [email protected]
Find Us on Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram @
Wednesday Night OWCP Chats with Chris & Gini
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