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Pitfalls to Avoid in Employee Terminations

Virginia, like almost all other U.S. states, is an at-will employment jurisdiction, meaning that employers generally may terminate employees at any time and for any reason (or no reason). With such free rein, employers are...
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The Top Mistakes Federal Employees Make in Disciplinary Actions – and How to Avoid Them

Federal employees enjoy more job protections than private sector employees. Nevertheless, they can — and frequently do — face disciplinary procedures that can seriously affect their careers. If you’re facing...
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SCOTUS Eases Path for Plaintiffs in “Reverse Discrimination” Cases

The state of employment anti-discrimination law and policy is in flux, with employers and employees alike facing increased uncertainty about their rights and responsibilities. In April of last year, the Supreme Court lowered...
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What Federal Employees Should Know About Reductions in Force

Changes in presidential administrations are often accompanied by personnel changes across the federal government. But the personnel changes under the current administration have been particularly extensive. As of the date of...
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Pitfalls to Avoid When Employees Return From Parental Leave

The United States is the only developed country without mandated paid parental leave at the national level. However, that does not mean that American workers cannot take unpaid parental leave, nor does it prohibit...
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