The Good News: LR Statute Doesn’t Say Unions are Always Right
By Ann Boehm, September 14, 2021 In a recent training session, an attendee raised this scenario: “A political appointee is close friends with an agency union official, and we are pretty much being told to do whatever the union wants. Do you have any advice for how a...Tools, Techniques Needed: Conducting Investigations When Trauma is Involved
By Shana Palmieri, LCSW, September 14, 2021 The goal of Federal workplace investigations is to collect information in an objective manner through a series of techniques that provides information to uncover the ‘truth,’ allowing the agency to make appropriate decisions...Establishing Conduct Expectations: A Sample Policy Part II
By Barbara Haga, September 14, 2021 This month, we tackle a few other aspects of the work and conduct expectations that I began in last month’s article, in which I tackled work schedules, attendance and other related matters. INTERNAL WORK REQUIREMENTS. The following...Be Careful What You Ask for – And How You Respond
By Michael Rhoads, September 14, 2021 I’ve always regarded Labor Relations like the old Rubik’s Cube. There are a seemingly endless number of twists and turns before arriving at the final solution. I admire the tenacity of those who have made a career out of LR. It’s...Well, Excu-u-use Me! Sometimes, Feds Say the Darndest Things
By Dan Gephart, September 14, 2021 Ever hear about the Federal employee who walked out of Whole Foods without paying for the two tacos in his hands? When stopped by security, he claimed he “thought the tacos were comped for Federal employees.” Or how about the Fed who...Upcoming Events
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Course Description Discovery is a critical and effective part of any litigation – when conducted properly. Annoying and abusive discovery techniques could have negative consequences, and possibly even lead to sanctions. From disrespect and profanity[...]