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DOD Budget Sequestration Furlough in 2013 Affirmed
In one of many appeals brought by furloughed Defense employees as the result of the 2013 budget sequestration process, the appeals court has found no error in the…
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Stay informed with the latest court cases affecting federal employees and retirees, including major federal employment law decisions, appeals, and rulings from MSPB, FLRA, EEOC, and federal courts. This category covers workplace rights, disciplinary actions, due process cases, retirement‑related rulings, TSP‑related litigation, and significant legal decisions impacting federal agencies and the federal workforce. Find clear summaries and analysis of the court outcomes shaping federal employment protections, benefits, and workplace policies.
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Union Official Sues AFGE for Defamation
A district court has refused to dismiss a defamation action brought by a local union official against the union and at least one AFGE representative, thus giving this…
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Supreme Court Reaffirms Where Federal Employees Can Appeal ‘Mixed Case’ Claims
The Supreme Court recently clarified how "mixed cases" will be handled in courts for federal employees.
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This Widow Does Not Meet the Legal Definition of ‘Widow’ for Federal Retirement Purposes
The widow of an FBI employee is ruled not eligible for a FERS annuity survivor’s benefit since the length of her marriage was less than 9 months at…
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Supreme Court Decides Federal Employee ‘Mixed Case’ Court Jurisdiction Issue
Confronted with the question which court (Federal Circuit Court of Appeals or the U.S. District Court) is the proper forum for challenging a MSPB decision dismissing a federal…
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Clinical Psychologist Convicted for His Role in $600 Million Social Security Disability Scheme
A clinical psychologist in Kentucky has been convicted for his role in a scheme to defraud the Social Security Administration of more than $600 million.
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Federal Contractor Arrested for Leaking Top Secret Report
A federal contractor has been arrested for leaking a top secret classified document, reportedly in regards to Russian election interference.
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Federal Employee One of Four Charged in Insider Trading Scheme
A federal employee with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services is one of several individuals indicted for an insider trading scheme.
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Unprotected Whistleblowing Will Not Undo Removal of Federal Employee
A Department of Education employee removed for various misconduct reasons tried to thwart the agency’s action by pointing to his whistleblowing activity. Since he could not prove it…
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U.S. Supreme Court Decides Divorce Dispute Over Air Force Retirement Pay
The U. S. Supreme Court slapped down a decision by the Arizona state courts that held the Uniformed Services Former Spouses’ Protection Act did not pre-empt the Arizona…