Most people are well aware of the benefits that they can expect if they are a federal worker who is injured on the job, but did you know that your benefits may extend beyond what you may have thought? Additional injuries received by injured federal workers that occur while you are being treated for work-related injuries may also be covered.

Here are several examples of additional injuries that might be covered under the Federal Employees’ Compensation Act:

Injuries sustained from falling off the examination table at the doctor or rehab office.

Injuries sustained from an auto accident that occurs while travelling back and forth to your medical treatments or therapeutic treatments.

Injury or damage caused by medications that were prescribed to you by your treating doctor

Injury sustained by other parts of the body during rehabilitative treatments

If you have experienced any of the above injuries related to your federal workers compensation injury, it is important to discuss these with your doctor and the DOL. You may be entitled to benefits coverage for the secondary injuries as well. Make sure that your injuries are being properly treated and that you are receiving the necessary benefits to get you the medical care and treatment that you need and deserve.