There are always options; it is just that, because some of the alternatives presented are either unfathomable or illogical, we deem them to be “not” viable choices to consider. The necessity of filing for Federal Employee Disability Retirement under FERS is often viewed in that manner: It is a necessity — yes, by choice, but only because all other options have become untenable.
The Federal employee or U.S. Postal worker does not come to making such a decision because he or she really has any other say in the matter. Staying at the job with the deteriorating condition is really not an option. Simply resigning and walking away with nothing to show for all of the hard work expended is unthinkable.
There are, for the few fortunate, the choice of an early retirement, or having reached that MRA crossroad; but such choices are limited and often not economically viable. And so the necessity by choice must be faced: Unable to continue in the job because of a medical condition, OPM Disability Retirement is the only option left.
Contact a FERS Attorney who specializes in Federal Disability Retirement Law, and begin the process of preparing, formulating and filing an effective Federal or Postal Disability Retirement application because the necessity has prompted the choosing of the only viable option left.
Sincerely,
Robert R. McGill, Esquire
OPM Disability Retirement, Et Cetera… 