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What Does it Mean to Take “Job-Protected” Leave as a Federal Employee?

August 24, 2023
The Law Firm of J.W. Stafford
Federal employees, like employees in the private sector, are entitled to “job-protected” leave under various circumstances. The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) provides this...
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What to Do if You Are Worried About Potential Issues Affecting Your Security Clearance

August 17, 2023
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Obtaining a security clearance may be the most important step in building your career with the federal government or as a government contractor. The process...
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Filing a Race Discrimination Claim as a Federal Employee

August 10, 2023
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Federal employees are entitled to many of the same anti-discrimination protections as employees in the private sector. Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of...
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I’m Facing Disciplinary Action – What Are My Options?

July 31, 2023
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Receiving notice that someone has filed a complaint against you with your licensing board can cause your heart to drop. You need to act quickly...
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How Do You Appeal a Federal Security Clearance Denial?

July 24, 2023
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If you need a security clearance in order to work for the federal government, finding out that your security clearance application has been denied can...
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At-Will Employment vs. Wrongful Termination

July 17, 2023
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Maryland is an “at-will” employment state. What this means is that your employer can terminate you at any time, for any reason, or even for...
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Will You Lose Your Federal Job if You Get Convicted of a Crime?

July 10, 2023
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As an employee of the federal government, you are entitled to several job-related protections. This includes not only the protections that apply to most employees...
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Pregnancy Discrimination

Are You The Victim of Pregnancy Discrimination?

June 30, 2023
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Many people, including both employers and employees, are unaware that it is against both state and federal law to discriminate against pregnant women. In addition,...
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EEOC Annual Report Suggest Employment Discrimination in the Federal Government is on the Rise

June 23, 2023
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A recent report from the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) suggests that employment discrimination in federal workplaces is on the rise. According to the...
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Common Mistakes That Can Lead to Disciplinary Action for Social Workers

June 16, 2023
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Social workers play an important role in our society by connecting the less fortunate with the resources and services they need to live a better...
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