On October 1, 2025, the Federal Government entered a shutdown after Congress failed to pass legislation funding the operations of the Federal Government beyond September 30, 2025. For Federal employees in proceedings at the Equal ... Read More
What Does the Supreme Court’s Decision Lifting the Pause on Reductions in Force Mean for Federal Employees?
On Tuesday, July 8th, the Supreme Court issued an order lifting a District Court injunction that had prohibited federal agencies from moving forward with mass layoffs (Reductions in Force or “RIFs”) without addressing the ... Read More
Steps to take if you believe that you were not probationary but were summarily terminated
Broadly speaking, federal employees who have completed a probationary period and/or have 1-2 years of federal service should meet the definition of an “employee” with appeal rights under applicable laws, to include 5 U.S.C. § ... Read More
Understanding the New Virginia Whistleblower Protection Law
In July 2020, Virginia enacted its first comprehensive whistleblower protection law. Entitled the "Virginia Whistleblower Protection Law,” the law is a huge step for employees and provides protections consistent with other ... Read More
Inspector General Investigations: Know Your Rights
Most federal agencies have an Office of Inspector General (“OIG”) which serves numerous functions, including investigating alleged misconduct by federal employees. In doing so, OIG agents typically interview witnesses as well as ... Read More
The Merit Systems Protection Board is Back in Business – Here is What That Means for Federal Employees
In March 2022, the Senate confirmed two of President Biden’s three nominees to Chair the Merit Systems Protection Board (“MSPB” or “Board”), ending five years of paralysis. With two of three Board Member positions now filled, the ... Read More
Client Guidance: What to Expect After Court Reinstates Vaccine Mandate for Federal Employees
On April 7, 2022, the 5th Circuit issued a decision vacating the S. District of Texas January 21st preliminary injunction of the Executive Order mandating vaccines for all federal employees. The 5th Circuit remanded the case ... Read More