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Firing Hispanic, Methodist, Whistleblowing Probationary Employee Can Be Expensive

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithAug 22, 2006 7:32 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment

It took four years, but the various appeals by a probationary employee who worked for the Department of Labor may be over–four years after he was separated during his probationary period.

One Charge Bounced–Removal Still Stands

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithAug 22, 2006 7:17 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment

On remand, the MSPB reconsiders its decision in an earlier decision and concludes that the removal of a GS-8 police officer was justified for refusing to carry out assigned duties.

“Last Chance” Agreement Used in Firing GS-15 Security Specialist

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithAug 18, 2006 7:09 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

A last chance agreement is an effective tool for enforcing agency requirements but each party has to adhere to the requirements. The employee gets a last chance and waives appeal rights. Here is one example of a senior employee who lost such an appeal.

Government of Iran Ordered to Pay Damages for Terrorist Acts Against U.S. Citizens

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithAug 18, 2006 7:00 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

A US District Court has recommended more than $189 million in judgments against Iran. The case is for some 27 civilian or uniformed service employees of the United States injured or killed in a terrorist attack.

2007 COLA Continues Upward in July

By FedSmith.comAug 17, 2006 7:42 AM Categories Retirement Leave a comment

The rate of inflation is continuing its upward trend. This means that federal retirees will get a bump up in annuity payments in 2007 to help cover the rising cost of living.

“Kerry for President” Stickers Create Problems for VA Employee

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithAug 16, 2006 7:52 AM Categories Federal Workforce News Leave a comment

An employee of the VA agrees to resign as a result of political activity on behalf of John Kerry that violated the Hatch Act.

Proposing Discipline: A Worksheet for Managers

By Bob GilsonAug 16, 2006 7:28 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

Taking a disciplinary action in the federal human resources system is a two-step process. Here are the requirements that must be met.

AWOL and Weak Excuses Lead to Removal

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithAug 15, 2006 8:11 PM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment

Absence without leave (AWOL) can be a successful way to fire a federal employee–often because it is easier to prove than other charges. In this case, the employee offered various reasons why she should not be fired for being AWOL but the MSPB and court did not buy into her rationale.

Some Feds Will See Decreasing Paychecks

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithAug 15, 2006 8:08 AM Categories Pay & Benefits Leave a comment

OPM has released the COLA payment information for federal employees outside the lower 48 states.

Fire That Lawyer!

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithAug 14, 2006 8:03 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment

A federal attorney violated the Hatch Act and the MSPB has ordered the Small Business Administration to remove him from federal service.

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