Union Presidents Don't Know This Critical Form - And Neither Do You

## Episode: Union Presidents Don't Know This Critical Form - And Neither Do You**Hosts:** Chris Gini & Gini Helms  ### Key Timestamps:- **[00:06:00]** - The shocking CA-10 revelation at the National Presidents Convention- **[00:12:00]** - Can management retaliate for filing OWCP claims?- **[00:18:00]** - Medical restrictions violations and what to do about them- **[00:27:00]** - The 3-year rule most supervisors lie about- **[00:33:00]** - DME services and billing code challenges### Major Topics Covered:**🚨 The CA-10 Crisis [00:06:00]**- Why union presidents had never heard of Form CA-10- What every federal employee should know when injured- How to protect yourself and coworkers**💼 Workplace Retaliation [00:12:00]**- Your legal rights when filing OWCP claims- OSHA protections for injured workers- When and how to file grievances**⚖️ Know Your Rights:**- **3-year filing deadline** (not 30 days like supervisors claim)- Medical restrictions must be followed by management- EEOC options for disability discrimination- Telehealth now permanently covered**🏥 Medical & Benefits Questions:**- FMLA paperwork assistance- Schedule awards for arms/legs- Consequential injury claims- Disability retirement vs. OWCP### Resources Mentioned:- Form CA-10: "What a Federal Employee Should Do When Injured at Work"- Federal Injury Centers locations: FederalInjuryCenters.com- OSHA Hotline: 1-800-321-OSHA- OWCP Help Line: 877-787-OWCP### Upcoming Events:- Orlando Federal Law Enforcement Officers interview- Phoenix, Arizona training sessions- Second Annual OWCP National Convention (August)- New York training (last week of September)### Featured Podcast Recommendation:**"The Hot House with Richie Ray"** - Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and PodBean---**💡 Key Takeaway:** Even union leaders don't know critical OWCP forms and procedures. Don't wait until you're injured to learn your rights - get educated now.(No show next Wednesday due to travel)---*Find all episodes on YouTube: "Wednesday Night OWCP Chats with Chris and Gini"*Website for Locations. www.federalinjurycenters.comContact: 877-787-OWCP or message us FacebookTo Buy The Book: www.breakingowcp.comTo Email information: [email protected] Us on Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, Instagram @Wednesday Night OWCP Chats with Chris & Gini