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How to Win an EEOC Complaint for Federal Employees

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Facing an Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) complaint as a federal employee can be a daunting and stressful experience. The process is complex, and the stakes are high. However, understanding the steps involved and your rights as a federal worker can significantly improve your chances of a favorable outcome. In this article, we will guide you through the EEOC complaint process, outline your rights and protections, and provide crucial tips on how to strengthen your case. Remember, each situation is …

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What to Do if Your FERS Disability Retirement is Denied

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No one’s health is perfect. Accidents, illness, and deteriorating conditions can change your ability to work. When this happens for federal employees, the Federal Employment Retirement System (FERS) can provide FERS Disability Retirement. This solution benefits federal employees when it is confirmed that they have lost the ability to complete the tasks of their role and reasonable accommodation is insufficient to overcome the limitations of the disability. However, approval of FERS disability retirement is difficult to attain. Denial is the …

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Can You Be Fired for Using CBD as a Federal Employee?

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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 cannabis plants for hemp (rope and fabric) as well as other products made with the same crop. Federally legal cannabis products can contain any amount of CBD but must contain less than 0.3% THC by dry weight. THC is also a natural compound found in cannabis plants, and low-THC strains must be cultivated to meet this …

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How Difficult is it to Get Federal Disability Retirement?

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Managing the complexities of federal disability retirement can be daunting for federal employees, as the process involves navigating a maze of legal and bureaucratic requirements. This article aims to demystify this intricate process, offering clarity and guidance at every step. From understanding eligibility criteria to preparing a convincing application, our goal is to simplify and explain the intricacies involved. We strive to provide comprehensive insights and practical advice to help federal employees successfully navigate the path to securing their federal …

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Can You Lose Federal Retirement If You Are Fired?

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If you’re at risk of losing your federal job or have already been fired, you might be concerned about your retirement benefits. What happens to them? This is a serious concern, as the loss of your retirement benefits can substantially impact your financial security after retirement. This guide will answer all the questions you might have about getting fired from federal employment and your retirement benefits. It’ll help you understand your options and take appropriate steps to safeguard your financial …

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Reasonable Accommodation for Federal Employees

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As a federal employee in America, you have the right to reasonable accommodation for a disability. Your disability might affect your senses, your dexterity, your mobility, or might even be a mental health condition. No matter the details, if your disability can be overcome and job duties completed with the help of reasonable accommodation, then your agency is required to provide it (with very limited exceptions). However, not all supervisors and agency authorities are reasonable. If you have been denied reasonable accommodation …

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How to Win an MSPB Appeal: Step-by-Step

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The last thing you wish as a federal employee is to face an unfair employment action. But things happen even to the best of employees, spiraling them into disputes with the best of employers.  Filing an MSPB (Merit Systems Protection Board) appeal is a great legal route if you cannot resolve the issue through an alternative dispute resolution. But a minor mistake, inadequate evidence, or overlooking steps in the timeline can easily lead to your case being denied or dismissed …

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What Conditions Qualify for Federal Disability Retirement

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Federal disability retirement is a special dispensation for federal workers who become unable to work during their tenure. It is a form of early retirement based on disability that will eventually be replaced by a typical federal employee retirement at the age of 62. Federal disability retirement is available for federal employees who develop a disability during the course of their federal employment, whether or not the disability was caused by workplace conditions.  However, obtaining approval to enter federal disability …

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Federal Employee Termination Laws: A Complete Legal Guide 2024

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Federal employee termination laws are in place to protect the rights of civil servants while also allowing the government to manage its workforce efficiently. As with any employer, the federal government can fire employees for subpar performance, company policy infractions, or disciplinary issues. However, special rules apply due to the unique nature of government work. Because federal employees are not private sector workers, they’re afforded protection against arbitrary or politically-motivated firings—their jobs allow them to carry out public business without …

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How to Handle a Federal Employee Misconduct Investigation

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Facing a Federal Misconduct Investigation? Understand Your Rights and Prepare Your Defense Now. Misconduct is a serious matter for federal employees. This is why there is an extensive routine of due process whenever a complaint or accusation of misconduct occurs. While this system was put in place to protect federal employees from undue harm, the process can also be intimidating and difficult to navigate. If you are facing a federal employee misconduct investigation, now is an important time to exercise …

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