Recently, and primarily overseas, federal employees have reported a series of sudden sensory events including sounds, pressure, and/or heat that subsequently followed with unusual headaches, pain, nausea, or vertigo. These symptoms may be diagnosed as the Havana Syndrome by your medical professional.
Essentially, if you are experiencing any of these symptoms and you’ve worked overseas, you may be entitled to benefits through the Federal Employee Compensation Act (FECA). If the Department of Labor discovers your conditions are compensable, then you would be issued an acceptance letter for your work-related conditions.
It is prudent to have a representative advocate on your behalf to ensure your receive your full entitlement to benefits under the Federal Employee Compensation Act. Our team is well-versed on the complexity of these claims, and we know exactly what is needed to ensure you receive an acceptance of claim. Therefore, if you have traveled overseas, and you’ve experienced any of these symptoms, please do not hesitate to contact our office as soon as possible. We are here for you.