DOGE Layoffs: 5 Legal Options for Federal Employees Right Now
DOGE layoffs have created unprecedented challenges for thousands of federal employees across America. Since early 2025, the Department of Government Efficiency has terminated workers at …
Can You Be Fired for Using CBD as a Federal Employee?
In the 2018 Farm Bill, hemp production and the natural non-psychoactive compound cannabidiol (CBD) were made federally legal. This has allowed farmers to grow …
Reasonable Accommodation for Federal Employees (Guide)
Understanding Reasonable Accommodation As a federal employee in America, you have the right to reasonable accommodation for a disability. Your disability might affect your senses, your …
What to Do if Your FERS Disability Retirement is Denied
Understanding OPM Disability Retirement No one’s health is perfect. Accidents, illness, and deteriorating conditions can change your ability to work. When this happens for …
What is Wrongful Termination in the Federal Workplace?
As a federal employee, you have strong job protections. But even with these safeguards, wrongful termination can still happen. Whether through unfair dismissal, discrimination, …
Federal Employee Termination Laws: A Complete Legal Guide 2025
Federal employee termination laws are in place to protect the rights of civil servants while also allowing the government to manage its workforce efficiently. …
Federal Employee Suspension Without Pay: What to Do
Facing a federal employee suspension without pay can be a daunting and stressful experience. It’s crucial to understand your rights and the steps you …
Can You Medically Retire from the Federal Government?
Federal employees who develop disabling medical conditions may wonder about their options for leaving service early. Medical retirement, officially known as Federal Disability Retirement, …
The Proposed Removal Process for Federal Employees
Federal employees facing potential termination from their positions must navigate a complex process known as proposed removal from federal service. This procedure is designed …
Failure to Follow Instructions Charge for Federal Employees
Federal employees are expected to adhere to high standards of performance and conduct as outlined in agency policies and federal regulations, ensuring they serve …
How to Handle a Federal Employee Misconduct Investigation
What Is Considered Federal Employee Misconduct? If you are informed that you have been reported for misconduct, it is important to know what exactly …
CSRS vs. FERS: Understanding Federal Retirement Systems
The History and Evolution of Federal Retirement Systems CSRS, established in 1920, was the sole retirement system for federal civilian employees for over six …