Federal Sector

The Federal Employee Grievance Process: Your Guide to Navigating Workplace Challenges

Why Understanding the Grievance Process Matters Filing a grievance as a federal employee can be daunting, but it’s a crucial tool for resolving workplace disputes. Whether you’re dealing with unfair disciplinary actions, unsafe working conditions, or unresolved conflicts, knowing how the grievance process works can make all the difference. In this guide, we’ll break down […]

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Revised OPM Guidance: Legal Implications for Probationary Federal Employees

In a development affecting federal employment practices, the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) has revised its guidance concerning the termination of probationary federal employees. This change follows a federal court ruling that questioned the legality of previous mass terminations directed by OPM. Understanding these developments is crucial for federal employees and stakeholders navigating the evolving

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Federal Hiring Overhaul: What Trump’s Executive Order Means for Government Job Seekers

The federal hiring process is undergoing a significant shift under a new executive order signed by President Trump during his latest term. Titled “Reforming the Federal Hiring Process and Restoring Merit to Government Service,” this order restructures how federal agencies recruit, evaluate, and hire employees. While the administration argues that the order will make hiring

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Diversity & Inclusion Under Fire? Understanding the Federal DEIA Ban

What Is the Federal DEIA Ban? On January 21, 2025, a new executive order—known as Executive Order 14173—was signed, prohibiting private organizations that contract with the federal government from implementing Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) programs as part of their compliance requirements. The order has sparked widespread debate about the future of workplace diversity

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Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE): What It Means for Federal Employees

President Trump signed an executive order establishing the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). The initiative is designed to modernize federal IT systems, enhance agency operations, and improve workplace efficiency. While its stated goals focus on streamlining processes, federal employees may experience shifts in oversight, workplace policies, and legal protections. Here’s what federal employees need to

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Federal Employees’ Rights Under New Executive Orders: A Lawyer’s Perspective

In the wake of recent executive orders impacting the federal workforce, many government employees are left questioning their rights, protections, and next steps. At The Spiggle Law Firm, our attorneys—Tom Spiggle and Mike Ludwig—recently discussed these pressing issues, shedding light on what federal employees need to know in this rapidly evolving landscape. Below, we break

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