VA Benefits Recipients Will Get Coronavirus Stimulus Payments
The IRS has announced that VA benefits recipients will automatically get coronavirus stimulus payments.
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VA Employee to Plead Guilty for Embezzling $70k Using Square App
A VA employee has agreed to plead guilty to stealing nearly $70k worth of agency funds via a mobile app.
Man Arrested for Attempting to Defraud VA in Multimillion Dollar Coronavirus Scam
A Georgia man has been charged with trying to sell the VA non-existent protective equipment for the coronavirus totaling over $750 million.
Supreme Court Overturns Decision in Federal Age Discrimination Case
The Supreme Court upended the way the federal government has defended against age discrimination complaints under the Age Discrimination in Employment Act.
VA Streamlined Discipline Authority Reined in by Court
The law giving VA streamlined disciplinary authority was applied to employee misconduct that occurred before the effective date. See how the appeals court has ruled.
Don’t Forget to Consider the Relevant Time Period for Your Settlement Agreement
As a recent court case shows, the time period (or lack thereof) on a settlement agreement can have surprising consequences for federal employees.
Bill Would Give All VA Employees New Paid Parental Leave Benefit
Legislation has been introduced that would formally ensure that all VA employees would be covered by the new paid parental leave benefit.
VA Employee Charged with Embezzling $70k Using Square App
A VA employee has been charged in federal court with embezzling nearly $70,000 in VA funds.
Former VBA Employee Sentenced for Illegally Accessing Veterans’ Records
A former federal employee with the Veterans Benefits Administration has been sentenced to prison for illegally accessing veterans’ medical records.
Should the VA be Providing Acupuncture Services to Veterans?
Legislation has been introduced to require the VA to expand access to acupuncture services.
