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:

• The CA-16 (The Golden Ticket): This form pays all your medical bills for the first 60 days. Learn the strict 7-day reporting rule to qualify and the "4-Hour Rule" your supervisor must follow to issue it.
• The CA-17 (Duty Status Report): Why this form must always originate with management (Side A) before going to your doctor (Side B), and how it acts as a medical shield to protect your job and enforce your physical restrictions.
• The CA-7 (Claim for Compensation): How to get paid when you are taken off work. Discover the exact supporting documents you must attach (like the CA-20 and doctor's notes) to avoid a denial, and how to use the ECOMP portal if your agency refuses to submit your CA-7 within the mandatory 5-day window.
• The "Hashtag File a Grievance" 5-Step Plan: Chris's ultimate defense strategy against management bullying:
  1. File a grievance with your union steward immediately.
  2. Involve the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  3. File an EEO complaint with your union's help.
  4. Call OSHA (1-800-321-OSHA) to report safety violations regarding ignored medical restrictions.
  5. Take the issue to the Labor Board to trigger massive financial penalties against the agency.

Timestamps:

• [02:00] The CA-16 Form: Getting your bills paid for 60 days and enforcing the 4-hour rule.
• [08:45] The CA-17 Form: Why it's the only way a doctor can restrict your duties or take you off work.
• [22:00] Q&A: Can management force you back to full duty when you have medical restrictions?
• [33:00] The CA-7 Form: How to claim compensation for leave without pay and schedule awards.
• [47:30] The Big Reveal: The 5-step action plan to fight back against abusive supervisors.
• [55:00] Q&A Lightning Round: Occupational diseases, reporting timelines, and dealing with bad instructions from management.

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