Court of Appeals Throws Out Discovery of “Unwritten Contractual Right”
A Court of Appeals has upheld a decision by the FLRA in a long-simmering dispute involving AFGE and the Bureau of Prisons.
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Biden Administration to Replace Impasse Panel Members
The Biden administration is replacing members of the FSIP after complaints and lawsuits by unions opposed to recent FSIP decisions.
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.
Lawsuit Seeking Hazard Pay for Federal Employees Over Coronavirus Gets New Plaintiffs
A lawsuit seeking hazard pay for federal employees exposed to the coronavirus has been amended to add new plaintiffs.
Court of Appeals Overturns FLRA on Bargaining Issue
A Court of Appeals has expanded the scope of bargaining in the federal government by overturning a decision of the FLRA.
Federal Employees, Safety and Unions
Federal employee unions are highlighting their conditions that “must be met” before employees return to work. Federal employees should exercise caution though.
Zipper Clauses, Unions and Lawsuits
FLRA is seeking comments on whether a “zipper clause” is a required bargaining topic; AFGE has sued FLRA and FSIP seeking Senate confirmation of FSIP members.
Government Sued Over Federal Employees Exposed to Coronavirus
A class action lawsuit has been filed against the government on behalf of federal employees who may have been exposed to the coronavirus.
Cox Resigns from AFGE Amid Sexual Harassment Investigation
J. David Cox, Sr. has resigned from his position as AFGE’s national president.
Impeachment? Read This Before Offering an Opinion
As the impeachment trial continues in Washington, the debate over whether federal employees can discuss impeachment while on duty as resurfaced.
