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The MSPB sustained misconduct charges against an SBA employee but found removal too severe, mitigating the penalty to a 60 day suspension and reduction in grade. The decision highlights how comparator information and Douglas factors can shape penalty outcomes.
An MSPB decision reduced a VA employee’s removal to a 30-day suspension after finding inconsistent discipline compared to other employees. Here’s what the decision teaches about penalty fairness in federal employment cases.
Facing discrimination at work can be isolating and overwhelming, especially when it's tied to a disability. A recent Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) decision underscores the rights of federal employees with disabilities and offers hope for those facing...
As a federal employee, facing discrimination or wrongful treatment at work can be overwhelming and isolating. Navigating the complexities of federal employment law while dealing with personal challenges can leave you feeling uncertain about your future. A recent Equal...
In the case of Hayden K. v. Esper, Appeal No. 2018000020, 2020 WL 949690, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) addressed claims of racial and gender discrimination in federal employment, highlighting the complexities of compensatory damages. The...
Facing termination is a stressful and overwhelming experience for any employee. This is especially true for those who work in the federal sector, where getting fired can have severe consequences on their careers and livelihoods. In the federal government, many adverse...
Being a federal employee means you have certain job security and benefits that are not offered to regular employees. However, sometimes federal employees face termination due to poor performance. If you are being removed from federal employment because the Agency...
Facing proposed removal or removal before the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB) can be a daunting experience for any federal employee. Agencies have the power to terminate many federal employees for cause, but they must follow established legal guidelines when...
Southworth PC Federal Employment Attorneys Ianna Richardson recently settled a case on behalf of our client, a former federal employee. The settlement involves the reinstatement of our client, a raise for our client, and the payment of our client's attorneys fees....
"We have all heard the old adage: steer clear of talking about religion and politics. While these topics fuel passionate debates, such discussion is not often worthy of termination," say Jesse Kelly, Senior Associate at Southworth PC. Attorneys Jesse Kelly and Shaun...