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Whistleblowing Did Not Protect VA Nurse from Removal

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithJanuary 5, 2021 8:18 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment

A VA nurse was removed after he blew the whistle on violation of privacy rules. The MSPB upheld his removal despite him claiming whistleblower status.

VA Has Administered Over 55k COVID-19 Vaccine Doses

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithDecember 30, 2020 4:18 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment
Four vials labeled 'COVID-19 vaccine'

The VA has given the COVID-19 vaccine to over 55,000 eligible individuals in two weeks.

Former VA Doctor Pleads Guilty to Sexually Abusing Veterans Under His Care

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithSeptember 19, 2020 1:41 PM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment
Wooden judge's gavel on a desk next to a justice scale

A former VA doctor has pleaded guilty to three counts of sexual abuse of veterans under his care.

Personal Information of 46k Veterans Compromised in VA Data Breach

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithSeptember 15, 2020 7:03 AM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

The VA announced that personal data of about 46,000 veterans was potentially left at risk after a data breach at the agency.

“Please Sir, I Want Some More”

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithAugust 4, 2020 9:32 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment
Judge tapping his wooden gavel on its wooden base over a scattering of cash depicting a lawsuit for damages/compensation

A VA whistleblower challenged a reprimand as retaliatory. The MSPB awarded some damages but drew the line when he asked to be compensated for loss of incentive pay.

Man Arraigned for Embezzling Over $200k from His Father’s VA Account

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJuly 28, 2020 10:42 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment
Wooden judge's gavel lying on top of a spread of $100 bills next to a pair of handcuffs on a wooden surface

An Atlanta man has been arraigned in court for allegations that he embezzled over $200k worth of VA funds intended for the care of his disabled father.

Man Pretends to be Navy SEAL to Steal VA Benefits

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithUpdated: July 26, 2020 6:20 PM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment
Wooden judge's gavel with a pair of handcuffs and stack of $100 bills on a wooden surface

A Pennsylvania man pleaded guilty to pretending to be a Navy SEAL in order to receive VA benefits to which he was not entitled.

VA Employee Sentenced For Orchestrating $19 Million Corruption Scheme

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJune 12, 2020 5:05 PM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment
Wooden judge's gavel with a pair of handcuffs and stack of $100 bills on a wooden surface

A former federal employee is heading to prison for designing and orchestrating a multi-million dollar fraud scheme.

Dramatic Decrease in Official Time at VA

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMay 29, 2020 12:44 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
A collage of vertical stacks of coins, a calendar and a clock face

The VA is successfully implementing recent executive orders to restrict the use of official time and free office space previously used by unions.

Whistleblower Argues Investigation Was Prohibited Retaliation

By Zach FischerMay 18, 2020 7:11 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment
Book on a desk titled 'whistleblower law' next go a pen, glasses and judge's gavel

A VA retiree challenged agency actions against him, arguing it had opened its investigation in retaliation for his whistleblowing in violation of the law.

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