Last Updated on July 30, 2010 by FERS Disability Attorney
Potential applicants who are considering filing for Federal Disability Retirement benefits under FERS or CSRS will sometimes ask the question, What are the essential elements of one’s job?
Sometimes, the answer to the question is often easy to identify, especially if there are unique and distinct features to a particular type of Federal or Postal job. Other elements are sometimes so obvious that they are overlooked — such as the fact that one must be able to work full time at a job.
Thus, the fact that a Federal or Postal worker is able to work 4 hours a day, or 6 hours a day, and be able to perform all of the other essential elements of his or her job, does not preclude one from being eligible for Federal Disability Retirement benefits under FERS or CSRS.
Further, if the Agency is being “nice” and “accommodating” by allowing for the remainder of the hours to be covered by sick leave or even LWOP, does not preclude the Federal or Postal employee from filing for, and being eligible for, Federal Disability Retirement benefits under FERS or CSRS.
Being able to work full time in a full time position is an essential element of the job. Don’t overlook the obvious; the obvious is often the gateway to success.
Sincerely,
Robert R. McGill, Esquire
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