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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.

The MSPB Empowerment Act of 2020 and the Possible Effects on Federal Employees Waiting on Appeals

FedSmith.com author Mathew B. Tully, Esq.By Mathew B. Tully, Esq.Updated: October 18, 2020 10:39 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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Recently introduced legislation has some provisions that could benefit federal employee whistleblowers.

New Bills Aim to Protect Federal Employee Whistleblowers

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithUpdated: August 7, 2020 7:28 AM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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The sponsors behind a pair of recently introduced bills say that they would help protect federal employees from whistleblower retaliation.

“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
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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.

Are Whistleblowers More Likely to Be Fired if They Are Probationary Employees?

FedSmith.com author Ian SmithBy Ian SmithMay 28, 2020 3:57 PM Categories Human Resources Leave a comment
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A GAO report attempted to determine if whistleblowers are more likely to be fired when they are in probationary status.

Whistleblower Argues Investigation Was Prohibited Retaliation

By Zach FischerMay 18, 2020 7:11 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment
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A VA retiree challenged agency actions against him, arguing it had opened its investigation in retaliation for his whistleblowing in violation of the law.

Is 16 Years Enough?

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithMay 11, 2020 1:36 PM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment
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A VA doctor, when reassigned from his preferred compressed work schedule, challenged the agency’s action as a violation of a 16-year old settlement agreement.

Coronavirus Pandemic Whistleblowing for Federal Employees

By Richard RennerApril 29, 2020 10:22 AM Categories Q&A Leave a comment
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Some federal employees may consider whistleblowing if they feel agencies are putting them at undue risk from the coronavirus. These are some things to consider.

VA Whistleblower Wins a Remand by the Appeals Court

FedSmith.com author Susan McGuire SmithBy Susan McGuire SmithApril 22, 2020 9:32 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment
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A VA nurse who engaged in several whistleblowing activities accused the agency of illegal reprisals against her. The MSPB found in favor of the agency, but the appeals court sent it back to the Board.

Don’t Forget to Consider the Relevant Time Period for Your Settlement Agreement

By Louise RyderMarch 4, 2020 10:30 AM Categories Court Cases Leave a comment
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As a recent court case shows, the time period (or lack thereof) on a settlement agreement can have surprising consequences for federal employees.

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