Federal employee unions may find there are no enforcement mechanisms available under the labor relations statute or a collective bargaining agreement. Here is why.
OPM and MSPB guidelines leave the author to question if blanket terminations or probationary federal employees meet legal criteria.
DHS has announced it is stripping TSA employees of their collective bargaining rights.
What impact does unused sick leave have on a federal employee’s retirement eligibility?
What are the eligibility requirements for FERS disability retirement and how is it calculated?
Early retirement is can be appealing for federal employees, but it has some potential downsides.
Cases surrounding removal of probationary employees continue to move forward. Appeals court removes restraining order from removing current Special Counsel at OSC.
The MSPB granted a stay request, temporarily reinstating thousands of probationary federal employees fired by USDA.
An HHS Attorney Advisor was terminated for not teleworking during COVID-19. Her appeals on this termination during her probationary period are explored.
After a recent court decision, OPM has issued revised guidance noting that only agencies have the authority to terminate probationary employees.
