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The Only Things Immune to Coronavirus? EEO and MSPB Deadlines

By Heather WhiteApr 2, 2020 1:20 PM | Updated: Apr 15, 2020 8:58 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
Words 'don't miss the deadline' written on a chalkboard with an old style pocket watch making the letter 'o' in the word 'don't'

If you have EEO or MSPB cases pending, don’t assume that deadlines will be extended due to the coronavirus.

Bait and Swindle: Why Federal Employees Should Never File Mixed Case Complaints

By Heather WhiteFeb 21, 2020 12:57 PM | Updated: Mar 7, 2020 9:20 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment
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The author explains why federal employees should avoid filing mixed case complaints.

Reducing Official Time for Unions in EEO

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithDec 12, 2019 3:10 PM | Updated: Dec 26, 2019 9:58 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
Alarm clock sitting on a desk with the blurred image of a person in the background in front of a laptop and working on a smartphone

A proposed rule change by the EEOC would restrict official time use by federal union representatives in the EEO complaint process.

Agency Size and Paying EEO/HR Employees

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithSep 30, 2019 2:07 PM | Updated: Sep 8, 2021 4:07 PM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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Some administrative jobs exist in all agencies. The salary for the highest paid EEO and HR management employees does not depend on the size of the agency.

Rough Time in Court for Architect of the Capitol

By Isabel CottrellJul 10, 2019 11:44 AM | Updated: Jul 21, 2019 9:55 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment

An appeals court issued two unfavorable decisions for the Architect of the Capitol involving discrimination complaints at the agency.

Am I a Disabled Federal Employee or Not?

By Eric PinesJun 11, 2019 11:02 AM | Updated: Jun 19, 2019 11:55 AM Categories Federal Employee Pay News Leave a comment
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Determining whether or not a federal employee is considered disabled under federal law can be complex. The author explains the basic considerations.

Teleworking as a Reasonable Accommodation is an Essential Right Granted to the Federal Employee

By Eric PinesNov 28, 2018 10:33 AM | Updated: Dec 3, 2018 4:37 PM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment
Businesswoman sitting on the couch with her leg elevated to treat an injury while she talks on the phone and works on her laptop - telework as a reasonable accommodation

Telework can be a reasonable accommodation provided to federal employees. The author looks at a court decision that illustrates how it can apply.

The EEOC Continues to Expand Upon Protections to Disabled Government Workers

By Sarah McKininNov 19, 2018 10:27 AM | Updated: Nov 28, 2018 10:23 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
Book sitting on a desk with title 'employment law' with a judge's gavel sitting on top of it - EEO/EEOC equal employment concept

A recent court case illustrates how an obscure law can help protect federal employees from disability discrimination.

I Was Passed Over for a Promotion – What Can I Do?

By Robert F. BensonOct 29, 2018 10:55 AM | Updated: Nov 7, 2018 2:58 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
Judge's gavel on a desk next to a red binder labeled 'complaints'

The author says it is too subjective to say there is a “best qualified” employee for a job, so how can someone win an EEO complaint regarding non-selection?

When EEO Isn’t About Discrimination

FedSmith.com author Robbie KunreutherBy Robbie KunreutherJun 13, 2018 3:37 PM | Updated: Jun 23, 2018 10:09 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
Book sitting on a desk with title 'employment law' with a judge's gavel sitting on top of it - EEO/EEOC equal employment concept

The author outlines some of the challenges with EEO cases and his suggestions for improving the process.

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