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Failed Drug Test Leads to Removal

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithApr 25, 2024 8:35 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment
Clipboard sitting on a desktop with the words 'drug tests results' and a red stamp across the top reading 'failed' indicating a positive drug test

An Air Force mechanic was removed for a failed drug test. If he had made sure the testing office had current contact info, he might have been able to offer explanations to help him keep his job.

Suspension of Security Clearance Led to Indefinite Suspension Without Pay

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithMay 25, 2023 2:41 PM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment

The loss of his security clearance led to an indefinite suspension of an Air Force engineer. After losing an appeal to MSPB, he tried his hand at federal appeals court.

Consulting Outside Family Members on Pending Adverse Action Considered “Ex Parte” Communication

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithJan 9, 2023 1:43 PM | Updated: Dec 26, 2023 6:46 PM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment

When an Air Force official testified at arbitration that he had consulted two family members about the fired employee’s defense, he threw a wrinkle into the agency’s case.

Injunction Issued Against Air Force in Mandatory Vaccination Case

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithJul 30, 2022 9:43 AM | Updated: Jan 13, 2025 5:37 PM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment

A District Court judge has issued a restraining order against the Air force from taking action against a class of people refusing to take the COVID vaccination.

Removal for 5 Hours of AWOL

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithFeb 24, 2021 11:52 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment

The agency removed this employee for what amounted to 5 hours of AWOL. See how his appeals came out.

Air Force EEO Director Removed Following Investigation

FedSmith.com author Mathew B. Tully, Esq.By Mathew B. Tully, Esq.Jan 29, 2021 12:10 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

The EEO director at Hill AFB was removed from her position after an investigation concerning violation of EEOC regulations.

Temper Tantrum Leads to Removal

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithDec 9, 2019 10:11 AM | Updated: Dec 22, 2019 4:02 PM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment
Younger adult man with his eyes closed and a tense expression of anger on his face with smoke blowing out of his ears

An Air Force IT Specialist was fired after he blew up at his supervisor in an incident that required military police assistance. See how his appeal came out.

Air Force Warns Federal Employees Not to Use CBD Products

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithNov 20, 2019 2:04 PM | Updated: Dec 9, 2019 2:01 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment

The Air Force issued a warning to federal employees and military members about the job risks associated with using CBD products.

Improper Handling of Classified Information Leads to Removal

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithNov 19, 2019 10:23 AM | Updated: Dec 3, 2019 12:01 PM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment

A senior civil service engineer was fired by the Air Force due to his mishandling of classified materials in emails sent from his home computer.

Air Force Announces New Mandate: Lactation Rooms

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithSep 2, 2019 7:31 AM | Updated: Sep 3, 2021 12:03 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

The Air Force has a new policy that will provide a new benefit for nursing mothers.

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