In this live episode from the APWU Spring Seminar in Fort Myers, Florida, Chris, Gini, Ian Williams (President of Mid Florida APWU), and union leader Victor break down the most pressing OWCP and USPS injury claim issues facing federal employees today.

Whether you're a new USPS worker or a longtime union member, this episode is packed with valuable insights into federal workers’ compensation (OWCP), Continuation of Pay (COP), and union rights.

🔑 Topics Covered:

• ✅ How to file an OWCP injury claim correctly (CA-1, CA-2, CA-16 explained)
• 📅 What is Continuation of Pay (COP) and how to qualify
• 🛑 What to do when your USPS supervisor refuses to cooperate or give you the right forms
• 💼 Why privatization of USPS could destroy your benefits & union protections
• 👷‍♂️ Union job security: What Article 6 says about layoff protection (for under 6 years)
• 🧠 Real USPS injury stories + how to avoid common mistakes
• 🚨 Your rights under OWCP even if you're off-duty or injured outside of work
• 🧾 Should you use personal insurance for a work injury? (Short answer: NO)

💬 Special Segment:

🔥 Real Q&A with federal employees — including a nonstop stream of OWCP and USPS questions from a postal worker in Alabama, answered LIVE.

Who should listen?

• USPS employees with questions about OWCP
• Union stewards and APWU leaders
• Injured federal workers needing claim support
• Anyone facing retaliation, denial, or confusion with USPS injury reporting

🎧 Resources & Links:
📍 Visit Federal Injury Centers to get your OWCP claim handled by experts
📩 Need help filing your CA-1 or CA-7? DM us anytime.
📅 Follow for weekly USPS OWCP updates and training sessions.

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