Episode 46: Shapiro Federal: The Legal Powerhouse in the FedUp Network of Resources from FedUp with Ron Speakman

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Episode 46: Shapiro Federal: The Legal Powerhouse in the FedUp Network of Resources

2 hour 37 minutes Posted Sep 13, 2025 at 7:23 am.

Intro, Disclaimer, & Guest Intro

What is Shapiro Federal

Lessons Learned to be Shared

Toughest Cases

Top 3 Agencies Most Often Represented

Toxic & Hostile Work Environments

A Unions Role in Protecting Injured Workers

Denials, Delays, Retaliation - How Does Shapiro Federal Handle These Cases

Shapiro Federal’s Intake Process

Communication - What to Expect

Fee Structure / Petitions

Do You Refer Certain Cases Out

Do Federal Employees Have to Hire An Attorney Right Away

Accepted & Denied Claims

ECAB Appeals & Schedule Awards

Thoughts On Reconsideration

Can Someone Be On OWCP & Get a Schedule Award at the Same Time

Schedule Awards - Factors that Come Into Play & Breaking Down the Formula

Most Second Opinion Visits You Ever Heard Of

What Other Services Shapiro Federal Offers

Mental Health Claims

Message to Doctors & Clinics Who Are Hesitant to Treat Injured Federal Employees

Can Someone Collect Social Security & OWCP at the Same Time

Do You Take On or Refer Out OPM Federal Disability Retirement Cases

Injured, Returned to Work, Re-Injured

Getting Out-Of-Pocket Expenses Reimbursed

Assistive Devices

Peer-To-Peer Review

Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)

Can You Help Someone Fired Unfairly While on OWCP

What Happens When You Can’t Return to Your Original Job

Being Your Own Best Advocate VS Being Your Own Worst Enemy

Zero Consequences; Zero Oversight; Zero Accountability

Legislative Reform; NALC LCPF, LPO Shoutout

Do You Collaborate With Whistleblower Attorneys or Watchdog Groups

Red Flags to Watch Out for When Hiring a Lawyer

Message to Anyone Hurt, Lost, or Scared

Can a Doctor/Provider Charge for Narrative Reports or Form Completion

How Important Is the FedUp Network of Resources

Closing Out the Show

FedUp’s Closing Message

Outro

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Today, I sit down with Geoffrey and Zachary Shapiro from Shapiro Federal, a fourth-generation, family run law firm that has been standing with and fighting for injured federal employees since 1933. With over 90 years of experience, and more than 17,500 cases nationwide, Shapiro Federal is now the official legal resource within the FedUp Network of Resources, representing federal workers in OWCP claims, Schedule Awards, ECAB appeals, wrongful terminations, and more. Together, we dive into a whole host of topics, including the lack of accountability across the federal system, the gaps in enforcement, and what it really takes to secure justice when the system is stacked against you. This isn’t about theory, it’s about solutions, strategy, and the legal power every federal employee should know they have on their side.

Contact Shapiro Federal:

Website: www.injuredfederalworker.com

Phone: (216) 927-2030

Also visit www.feduphq.com to explore the full FedUp Network of Resources — and stay tuned for our new spinoff podcast, FedUp 15, bringing you education and insights from trusted experts for federal employees.

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