Thousands of Federal Employees Could Be Bracing for Changes in Classification
June 10, 2026 marked a critical implementation deadline for federal agencies following President Trump’s June 3 Executive Order expanding the use of Schedule Policy/Career. The…
Don’t Let a Booze-Filled Summer Boat Outing Turn into a ‘BUI’ or Worse
New York State is home to more than 7,500 lakes, ponds and reservoirs and over 70,000 miles of rivers and streams, according to the New York State Department of Environmental…
DFAS Debt 101 for Service Members: Your Options in 2026
Current and former military members can find themselves in debt to the Government for any number of reasons, often through no fault of their own. The culprit may be circumstances…
What Federal Employees Need to Know About Future Appeals After Key U.S. Supreme Court Ruling
A recent U.S. Supreme Court decision could have wide-ranging impacts on future appeals by federal employees to the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB) and Federal Labor…
U.S. Supreme Court Ruling Makes Way for Lawsuits Against Defense Contractors
Have you been injured as a result of actions by a defense contractor? A recent U.S. Supreme Court case makes way for new lawsuits, setting a precedent for military members harmed…
How Proposed Government Employee Non-Disclosure Agreement Could Impact Federal Worker Rights, Whistleblower Protections
A new proposal regarding government-wide nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) could affect both current and future federal employees across agencies, impacting their rights as well as…
Don’t Let a Drunk Driving Charge Ruin Your Summer Celebrations
While Memorial Day weekend unofficially kicks off summer celebrations, motorists should remember to drive responsibly not only during the summer months, but at all times.…
Virginia Employment Changing Under New Laws
Beginning in 2028, working Virginians will be guaranteed the right to take paid time off to welcome a child, care for a seriously ill loved one, or recover from their own serious…
How to Prepare for a NYS Manifestation Determination Review in 2026
All students have due process rights when facing discipline in school, particularly when discipline interferes with their access to education. Students with disabilities have the…
What Federal Employees Need to Know as MSPB Recusals Undermine Review Process
Despite increasing appeals, a growing pattern at the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB) is raising serious concerns among federal employment attorneys as a significant number…