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FECA Library

Organized by the questions a claimant is most likely to have at each stage of a federal workers’ compensation claim.

STARTING A CLAIM

CA-1 vs. CA-2

Understand the basic distinction between traumatic injury and occupational disease, and where ECOMP fits.

Official filing guidance →
COMPENSATION

CA-7 & Wage Loss

Learn what the CA-7 is used for and how to organize supporting wage-loss documentation.

Check current procedure manual →
MEDICAL

Medical Evidence

Organize diagnostic records, specialist reports, restrictions, treatment records and other evidence relevant to your claim.

Official medical procedures →
SCHEDULE AWARDS

Schedule Award Basics

Learn the concepts of MMI, impairment evidence and the importance of checking current OWCP procedures before filing.

Current FECA transmittals →
ADVERSE DECISIONS

Denial Response

A ten-point framework for identifying the exact reason for a denial, locating evidence and organizing a focused response.

Get the detailed playbook →
CLAIM MANAGEMENT

30-Day Claim Reset

A structured way to inventory the claim, build timelines, identify missing records and calendar next actions.

See the playbook →