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Work and politics don't always mix. In the case of many federal and state government workers, it is even illegal to mix the two. The most notable law in this regard is the Hatch Act.Passed in 1939, the law limits what government employees can do politically. The dual...
One of the biggest and most damaging misconceptions about sexual harassment is that it only happens to attractive women.This is simply not true.Unfortunately, because of this misconception, many women don't report sexual harassment. They suffer in silence. Many think...
There's no question that Judi Briskman has a lot of supporters. In just the past few days, a "GoFundMe" page set up on her behalf (but not with her authorization) has collected nearly $50,000. Why is she the focus of attention; because she lost her job with a...
Many jobs are stressful. But some jobs are so stressful that they cause employees to develop mental health impairments - or in some cases, aggravate pre-existing impairments.There are two types of work-related injuries: Physical and psychological. Most people think of...
There is a warning about your legal rights that nearly everybody knows, even if they have never heard the words directly from an investigator. If you have ever watched a cop show on television you appreciate that "you have a right to remain silent" when being...
The reports are clear. Some U.S. diplomats in Cuba say they have come under sonic attack while serving at the embassy in Havana. Officials put the number of individuals at 21, but one official says there have been nearly 50 attacks all told. In addition, new U.S....
Suffering an injury at work can be a difficult thing to go through.Besides pain, there are many issues you may be forced to deal with: Going to multiple medical appointments; Getting time off from work to go to medical appointments; Trying to do your job despite...
It's that time of year again. The prospect of another government shutdown looms as soon as this weekend unless Congress can agree to temporarily extend current spending authority.The chances of that happening are said by some observers to be somewhat less likely now...
Claim denied. A worker does not want to see those words after being hurt on the job. Workers' compensation programs in all states are supposed to be there on a no-fault basis - founded on the principle that injuries happen. When they do, a worker should be given the...
If you are a federal employee who is facing disciplinary action, it is important to know your rights. Your job and your livelihood are on the line, but there are steps you can take as you move forward to protect them.If you are facing an employee investigation, if you...