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What to Do if Your FERS Disability Retirement is Denied

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Understanding OPM Disability Retirement No one’s health is perfect. Accidents, illness, and deteriorating conditions can change your ability to work. When this happens for federal employees, the Federal Employment Retirement System (FERS) can provide FERS Disability Retirement. This solution benefits federal employees when it is confirmed that they have lost the ability to complete the tasks of their role and reasonable accommodation is insufficient to overcome the limitations of the disability. However, approval of FERS disability retirement is difficult to …

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How to Win an MSPB Appeal: Key Steps and Timeline

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How to Win Your MSPB Appeal? While there is never a guarantee for a specific outcome, you can improve your chances of obtaining a favorable outcome by saving evidence, filing your appeal as soon as possible, and contacting a MSPB attorney. Need Legal Help? Contact Us. • Call (202) 964-4878 The last thing you wish as a federal employee is to face an unfair employment action. But things happen even to the best of employees, spiraling them into disputes with …

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How to Handle a Letter of Reprimand [Federal Employees]

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As one of the largest employers in the country, the United States government has certain policies and procedures in effect to protect their employees that differ from the private sector. While federal employees can be reprimanded or fired, there are more protections in place to protect federal employees than their private sector counterparts have, and specific steps must be taken before a government employee can be demoted, dismissed, or fired.  As a federal employee, it is then important that you …

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Handling a Federal Employee Complaint Against a Supervisor for Misconduct

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What is Considered Misconduct by a Federal Supervisor? Federal supervisors may commit misconduct through various infractions such as attendance problems, insubordination, harassment, discrimination, misuse of government property, and falsification of records.The nature of the misconduct and its severity determine the level of disciplinary action that may be taken.   Need Legal Help? Contact Us. • Call (202) 964-4878 Address Federal Supervisor Misconduct with Confidence Few things are more upsetting in the business world than supervisor misconduct. This is especially true …

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What is Wrongful Termination in the Federal Workplace?

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As a federal employee, you have strong job protections. But even with these safeguards, wrongful termination can still happen. Whether through unfair dismissal, discrimination, or retaliation for whistleblowing, navigating the complexities of federal employment law can be perplexing. So what happens if you’re suddenly terminated without just cause? This is a comprehensive guide that explains all about federal employee wrongful termination and actions you can take if you find yourself being fired unlawfully. The federal employment lawyers at The Law Office of …

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Can You Apply for FERS (Federal Disability Retirement) with a Mental Health Condition?

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Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) is designed to help federal employees maintain a satisfactory quality of life after retirement. One of the elements of this system is Federal Disability Retirement which covers employees who have to leave work due to a disability. If your mental health condition keeps you from fulfilling your employment duties, you could be eligible for FERS disability retirement benefits. However, similar to other FERS claims, achieving approval could be complicated. Understanding how FERS disability retirement for …

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Can You Lose Federal Retirement If You Are Fired?

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If you’re at risk of losing your federal job or have already been fired, you might be concerned about your retirement benefits. What happens to them? This is a serious concern, as the loss of your retirement benefits can substantially impact your financial security after retirement. This guide will answer all the questions you might have about getting fired from federal employment and your retirement benefits. It’ll help you understand your options and take appropriate steps to safeguard your financial …

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