Episode Summary:
In this informative episode, federal employment lawyer Eric Pines discusses crucial financial strategies for federal employees waiting for their OPM disability retirement claims. He covers essential topics including health insurance continuation, financial management options, and the interplay between different benefit programs like workers’ compensation and unemployment.
Key Timestamps:
- 00:01 – Show Introduction
- 00:35 – Episode topic introduction: Financial strategies during OPM disability claims
- 00:57 – Common financial challenges during claim processing
- 02:21 – FMLA leave and health insurance coverage options
- 05:34 – Attorney’s role in educating clients about available benefits
- 08:02 – Impact of unemployment and workers’ compensation on disability claims
- 11:58 – Important documentation and retirement planning considerations
- 14:36 – How the firm provides personal support to clients
About the Show:
Empowering Workers features Eric Pines, a nationally recognized federal employment lawyer, mediator, and attorney business coach. The show focuses on providing valuable information about federal employees’ disability and employment rights, as well as Social Security disability benefits.