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Federal Employees

What is the Difference Between an Adverse Action and a Disciplinary Action?

September 28, 2022

As a federal employee, accusations of job-related misconduct can have serious consequences. While federal employees enjoy strong job-related protections, these protections are not absolute. Federal...

Federal Employees

What To Expect at an MSPB Hearing

September 23, 2022

The Law Firm of J.W. Stafford

If you are a federal employee and you are facing adverse action such as removal, demotion or suspension, avoiding unnecessary consequences may involve filing an...

Federal Employees

Federal Contractor Suspension vs. Debarment: What’s the Difference?

September 21, 2022

The Law Firm of J.W. Stafford

Suspension and debarment both present significant financial risks for federal contractors. While the federal government often lumps these two actions together (for example, in references...

Physician Licenses

Criminal Liability Arising from Medical Mistakes

September 16, 2022

The Law Firm of J.W. Stafford

Doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals bear a great deal of responsibility. After all, they are responsible for the health of their patients. Despite years...

Federal Employees

How To Calculate FLSA Overtime Pay

September 14, 2022

The Law Firm of J.W. Stafford

Under the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), certain employees who work more than 40 hours per week are entitled to overtime pay. Generally, overtime...

Disability Discrimination

What Federal Employees with Disabilities Need to Know About the Rehabilitation Act

September 9, 2022

The Law Firm of J.W. Stafford

While most people are familiar with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), far fewer are familiar with the Rehabilitation Act. But, the Rehabilitation Act provides...

Federal Employees

Feds Relax COVID-19-Related Requirements for Employees, Contractors and Job Applicants

September 2, 2022

The Law Firm of J.W. Stafford

On August 17, 2022, the Safer Federal Workforce Task Force (the “Task Force”) issued updated guidance regarding COVID-19 vaccination, testing and masking requirements for federal...

Professional License Defense

I Feel Like I Have Been Charged with a Crime: Disciplinary Proceedings Can Be Brutal

August 31, 2022

The Law Firm of J.W. Stafford

For those professionals who are facing disciplinary proceedings, one of the most common sentiments is that they feel like they are criminal defendants. While your...

Nursing Licenses

Nurses: Don’t Be a Scapegoat

August 17, 2022

The Law Firm of J.W. Stafford

The healthcare industry is in a near-perpetual nursing shortage. As a result, nurses work long hours in intense, high-pressure environments, often without adequate time off...

Employment Law - Private Sector

5 Tips for Federal Employees Facing Proposed Discipline or Removal

July 31, 2022

The Law Firm of J.W. Stafford

As a federal employee, there are a few things less daunting than receiving a Notice of a Proposed Discipline or Removal. The conduct or performance...

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