FacRep Corner

Federal employees often encounter problems at work that they want to report, but sometimes fear retaliation. The MSPB has recently set out guidelines that provide details about what is considered lawfully protected whistleblowing (“protected disclosures”), and […]

You have the right to file a grievance over any complaint concerning your employment within 20 days of the event giving rise to the complaint. You have the right to file grievances or engage in any […]

“Weingarten” is one of the most commonly known issues of labor law. It is not a law, but a rule based on a 1975 Supreme Court decision in the private sector. The Court found that an […]

There are many times when the Agency attempts to interact with members of NATCA’s bargaining units without the benefit of a Union representative. One of the most alarming examples of the Agency’s failure to afford employees […]

If you are called into an investigatory meeting the statute and applicable collective bargaining agreement provide you with the right to representation. The following is guidance to keep in mind, should you be investigated. You should […]

This article is the second in a five part series that will cover the most frequently asked questions concerning Questions 17a, 18, 18x, 18v, and 19 on Form 8500-8, the Airman Medical Certificate, along with a […]