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The United States Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has stated it expects nuclear power plants to operate in a "safety-conscious work environment" that allows employees to "raise safety concerns." An employee of one such power plant states she was illegally fired...
The Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB) recently reported an increase in the number of federal employees who have witnessed or been the subject of harassment, discrimination or retaliation. In 2010, the Federal News Network found 34% of federal employees reported...
A federal worker with the General Services Administration (GSA) has filed a sexual harassment suit against her employer. In this situation, the woman is not able to directly sue her supervisor, whom she has accused of harassment. Instead, she must file the suit...
Federal employees often rely on their Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) to help fund retirement. Those who use these accounts can increase their benefits by avoiding the following mistakes: Failing to get the match. Federal agencies will generally match contributions at up to...
A naval academy professor was recently fired after students allegedly complained he acted inappropriately during class. The professor, who has taught as a civilian member of the facility for over three decades, challenged the federal agency’s personnel decision and...
Federal employees who are unable to work due to a medical condition may qualify for retirement within the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). The following provides some basic information about this system.Who can qualify for FERS disability retirement?This...
A former Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) agent has filed a lawsuit against the Justice Department and the FBI claiming the agencies violated his constitutional rights. The claims stem back to the termination of his position last year. The agent states the FBI...
Retirement is something to look forward to – something many federal employees have earned after decades of dedicated service to the government.When to retire is a decision each employee should be able to make for him or herself.Unfortunately, some federal employers...
In certain situations, federal law forbids employers from retaliating against employees. But what does this mean? It means federal employees can hold their employers accountable when they strike out against employees engaged in protected activities.One such activity...
Working for a government employer can provide wonderful opportunities as well as unique obstacles. Employees who believe they are treated unfairly by a government employer are familiar with these obstacles. This is because the process to hold a government employer...