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: [phone]-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

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**💡 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)

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