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The Ultimate Guide to MEB–PEB (Military Medical Disability): How the Military Disability System Really Works — and How to Protect Your Career, Retirement, and Benefits
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The Ultimate Guide to MEB–PEB (Military Medical Disability): How the Military Disability System Really Works — and How to Protect Your Career, Retirement, and Benefits

VA Disability Compensation

The Ultimate Guide to MEB–PEB (Military Medical Disability): How the Military Disability System Really Works — and How to Protect Your Career, Retirement, and Benefits

If you have been referred to an MEB–PEB (Medical Evaluation [...]

Katherine Obrien2026-02-22T21:27:53-08:00

Medical Issues and Notices of Proposed Action: FMLA, RA, and Medical Inability Removals
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Medical Issues and Notices of Proposed Action: FMLA, RA, and Medical Inability Removals

Federal Employment Law

Medical Issues and Notices of Proposed Action: FMLA, RA, and Medical Inability Removals

Federal employees are increasingly facing adverse actions that stem from [...]

Katherine Obrien2026-02-22T21:36:29-08:00

Douglas Factors Explained: How Agencies Decide Penalties in Adverse Actions
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Douglas Factors Explained: How Agencies Decide Penalties in Adverse Actions

Federal Employment Law

Douglas Factors Explained: How Agencies Decide Penalties in Adverse Actions

When a federal agency disciplines or removes an employee, the [...]

Katherine Obrien2026-02-22T21:48:11-08:00

Why Most Federal Employees Lose Adverse Action Cases Before the MSPB Even Gets Involved
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Why Most Federal Employees Lose Adverse Action Cases Before the MSPB Even Gets Involved

Federal Employment Law

Why Most Federal Employees Lose Adverse Action Cases Before the MSPB Even Gets Involved

Federal employees often believe the Merit Systems Protection Board is [...]

Katherine Obrien2026-02-22T21:50:58-08:00

MSPB Appeals After a Notice of Proposed Action: Timing, Strategy, and Risks Federal Employees Must Understand
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MSPB Appeals After a Notice of Proposed Action: Timing, Strategy, and Risks Federal Employees Must Understand

Federal Employment Law

MSPB Appeals After a Notice of Proposed Action: Timing, Strategy, and Risks Federal Employees Must Understand

Why MSPB Strategy Begins Before the Appeal Is Filed Federal [...]

Katherine Obrien2026-02-22T21:56:59-08:00

Your Rights During a Federal Adverse Action Investigation: What Every Federal Employee Must Know
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Your Rights During a Federal Adverse Action Investigation: What Every Federal Employee Must Know

Federal Employment Law

Your Rights During a Federal Adverse Action Investigation: What Every Federal Employee Must Know

Why Federal Employees Lose Adverse Action Cases Before Discipline Is [...]

Katherine Obrien2026-02-22T21:59:58-08:00

Common Reasons Agencies Issue Notices of Proposed Action (NOPA): What Federal Employees Need to Know
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Common Reasons Agencies Issue Notices of Proposed Action (NOPA): What Federal Employees Need to Know

Federal Employment Law

Common Reasons Agencies Issue Notices of Proposed Action (NOPA): What Federal Employees Need to Know

Why Federal Employees Receive Notices of Proposed Action If you [...]

Katherine Obrien2026-02-23T15:17:28-08:00

NOPA vs. Final Agency Decision: What Changes, What Can Still Be Challenged, and Why It Matters
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NOPA vs. Final Agency Decision: What Changes, What Can Still Be Challenged, and Why It Matters

Federal Employment Law

NOPA vs. Final Agency Decision: What Changes, What Can Still Be Challenged, and Why It Matters

If the Final Agency Decision Just Dropped, You’re Not Out [...]

Katherine Obrien2026-02-23T15:25:10-08:00

Proposed Action vs. Adverse Action: What Federal Employees Need to Know (Lawyer Explains)
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Proposed Action vs. Adverse Action: What Federal Employees Need to Know (Lawyer Explains)

Federal Employment Law

Proposed Action vs. Adverse Action: What Federal Employees Need to Know (Lawyer Explains)

Why Federal Employees Confuse Proposed Actions and Adverse Actions Federal [...]

Katherine Obrien2026-02-23T15:31:54-08:00

How to Respond to a Notice of Proposed Action (NOPA): Strategy, Evidence, and Mistakes Federal Employees Must Avoid
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How to Respond to a Notice of Proposed Action (NOPA): Strategy, Evidence, and Mistakes Federal Employees Must Avoid

Federal Employment Law

How to Respond to a Notice of Proposed Action (NOPA): Strategy, Evidence, and Mistakes Federal Employees Must Avoid

If You Are Figuring Out How to Respond to a [...]

Katherine Obrien2026-02-23T15:39:23-08:00

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