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Investigation of ATF Falsely Classifying Jobs Likely to Continue

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithMay 31, 2023 8:04 AM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

Classification actions at ATF resulted in overpayments to employees of $20 million (so far). The investigation of the agency’s actions appear likely to continue.

Whistleblower Complaint Reveals Flaws in Assessing Harmful Tobacco Products

FedSmith.com author Ralph R. SmithBy Ralph R. SmithDec 19, 2022 7:00 AM | Updated: Mar 6, 2024 2:30 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

A whistleblower complaint led to an investigation and changes in how the FDA evaluates the use of some tobacco products.

Software Flaw Results in $472 Million Worth of Uncollected Debts Owed to Numerous Federal Agencies

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithJul 20, 2022 5:00 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

A whistleblower report identified almost half a billion dollars in debts owed to over 28 federal agencies that was caused by a software problem.

Is This Whistleblowing Complaint Relating to National Security Reviewable by the MSPB?

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithDec 29, 2021 9:15 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment

A federal employee asked MSPB to review her whistleblowing complaint, but when MSPB found it had no jurisdiction, she took her case to the appeals court.

Whistleblower Scores GPO Related Win at SSA

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithAug 12, 2021 4:17 PM Categories Agency News Leave a comment

As a result of a whistleblower’s disclosure, over 21,000 widow(er) beneficiaries may be entitled to receive higher benefits payments.

Recent Case Action Restores Confidence in Federal Whistleblowers

FedSmith.com author Mathew B. Tully, Esq.By Mathew B. Tully, Esq.Jun 1, 2021 7:52 AM | Updated: Jan 14, 2025 8:37 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment

A recent appeals court decision has favorable implications for federal employee whistleblowers.

Legislation Reintroduced to Expand Whistleblower Protections for Federal Employees

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMay 5, 2021 9:45 AM | Updated: Mar 24, 2023 9:28 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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Legislation has been reintroduced to strengthen whistleblower protections for federal employees.

What Does OSC’s Amicus Curiae with the MSPB Mean for Federal Employees and Whistleblower Retaliation?

FedSmith.com author Mathew B. Tully, Esq.By Mathew B. Tully, Esq.Mar 25, 2021 2:52 PM | Updated: Jan 14, 2025 8:37 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment

The OSC recently submitted a brief in support of a VA whistleblower. What could this mean for federal employees?

You Snooze, You Lose

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithFeb 8, 2021 3:00 PM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment
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A probationary employee claimed he was a whistleblower and that was why he was terminated by the VA. See how MSPB and the appeals court ruled in his challenge.

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.

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