OPM Federal Disability Retirement vs. Social Security Disability
OPM Federal Disability Retirement vs. Social Security Disability Sep 29, 2024 | By Aaron D. Wersing | Read Time: 5 minutes Federal Disability Whether it came on suddenly or built up over time, having a disability brings many changes, especially if it means you can no longer make a living. Current and former federal employees may qualify for disability benefits […]
What Is FERS Immediate Retirement Fund?
The Federal Employee Retirement System (FERS) is the primary retirement system for federal employees. Federal employees under FERS have several retirement options, including disability retirement, early retirement, and immediate retirement. In this piece, we’ll explore FERS immediate retirement in greater depth. Specifically, we’ll discuss the immediate retirement fund and how to fill out the required […]
FERS Disability Retirement Eligibility
Individuals often remind government workers of the advantages of their positions. But if you were for the federal government, you may at times feel trapped and without rights. This is especially true for workers who have a disability. Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) disability eligibility is complex. Many federal employees are not aware of this […]
Am I Eligible for Federal Disability Retirement with Mental Health Conditions?
If you are a federal employee with mental health conditions, you’re probably thinking about your financial future. What if your condition worsens? What if you’re not able to continue your work? In our legal work, we find that many federal employees with mental health conditions are interested in federal disability retirement. Perhaps you are in […]
What Is the FERS Disability Processing Time?
If you’re a federal employee and can’t work due to a medical condition, your employer has you covered. The federal government’s Federal Employment Retirement System (FERS) offers disability retirement benefits to employees in your situation. But if you are claiming FERS benefits, you may wonder, What is the FERS disability retirement processing time? After getting […]
Is Federal Disability Retirement Income Taxable?
If you have been a federal employee and are seeking to receive disability retirement income, you might have to pay taxes on that income. This isn’t pleasant news, but the following article can help you prepare for what’s next. If you’re still wondering, is federal disability retirement taxable? Or if you have other questions regarding […]
Secure Your Retirement: The FERS Vesting Rules Federal Employees Must Know
When it comes to questions about retirement benefits under the Federal Employee Retirement System (FERS), the answers are usually complex. But the answer to the question, “How long do I need to work to be vested in FERS” is quite simple: five years. But these five years must be creditable service in the federal civilian […]
Applying for OPM Disability Retirement
There are currently two retirement systems in the federal government. The first one is the Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS). The other, more common system is the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). Regardless of which system you fall under, you can receive disability benefits. To do so, you first need to submit a detailed retirement […]
How Do You Know If You Are Eligible for Disability Retirement Benefits?
Many people enjoy being a federal employee because of the benefits it offers. One of these benefits is a generous disability retirement package under the Federal Employee Retirement System (FERS). So if you have suffered an injury on the job, you might be considering applying for federal disability retirement. But knowing whether you’re eligible for […]
FERS Disability Retirement and Severance Pay: What to Know
FERS Disability Retirement and Severance Pay: What to Know March 16, 2022 | By Aaron D. Wersing | Read Time: 5 minutes FERS Disability The federal government grants severance pay to employees who separate involuntarily from the federal service. Not all employees can receive severance pay, however. To qualify, an employee first has to meet several prerequisites. You should also […]