Does National Guard Service Count Toward Federal Retirement?
This case involves a determination by OPM not to credit 87 days served by a Federal retiree in the Army National Guard of Connecticut.
Court Cases
Read summaries of court cases and decisions that impact federal employees and retirees.
Former VA Doctor Pleads Guilty to Sexually Abusing Veterans Under His Care
A former VA doctor has pleaded guilty to three counts of sexual abuse of veterans under his care.
Court Upholds Implementing LR Orders for Federal Employees
The latest attempt by unions to sidetrack President Trump’s labor relations Executive Orders has been denied by a court.
Former IRS Employee Pleads Guilty to Filing False Tax Returns
A former IRS employee has pleaded guilty to filing hundreds of false tax returns for herself and others.
Lack of Candor Leads to HR Supervisor’s Removal at DHS
DHS removed a relatively new employee for lack of candor in filling out his security background investigation questionnaire.
Illegal Civil Service Appointment Leads to Employee’s Removal
Favoritism in the selection process for a HUD field office director eventually resulted in removal to “regularize” his illegal appointment.
Third Party Watch Dog Group Lacks Standing in Bid to Force Prosecution of Hatch Act Violations
A federal district court has turned aside efforts by a watch dog group to force OSC to prosecute violations of the Hatch Act by a White House official.
Court Dismisses AFGE’s Hatch Act Lawsuit
AFGE’s lawsuit against OSC for its recent Hatch Act guidance has been dismissed by a Maryland court.
“Please Sir, I Want Some More”
A VA whistleblower challenged a reprimand as retaliatory. The MSPB awarded some damages but drew the line when he asked to be compensated for loss of incentive pay.
Man Arraigned for Embezzling Over $200k from His Father’s VA Account
An Atlanta man has been arraigned in court for allegations that he embezzled over $200k worth of VA funds intended for the care of his disabled father.
