This encyclopedic Guide to the MSPB, related litigation, laws, procedure, and practice is the seminal text on this complex area of the law. Author Peter Broida, a veteran practitioner before the Board, offers his thorough knowledge, seasoned experience, and nuanced understanding of the MSPB in this treatise. Updated annually, this is one volume of Dewey’s ACSLS trilogy. (more details)
The FLRA Guide analyzes the case law of the Federal Labor Relations Authority (established in 1978) and its reviewing courts, as well as the procedures and practice of the Authority. The Authority's unique role in labor relations requires an understanding of the considerable complexities of issues of negotiability, jurisdiction over federal-sector arbitration awards, the intricacies of bargaining orders and unfair labor practice theory and remedies, as well as unit recognition, and the limitations of judicial review. (more details)
This Guide is the most comprehensive analysis of federal sector EEO decisions, regulations, policies, guidance, and practical advice available to practitioners. This indispensible text is annually updated and is a component of Dewey’s American Civil Law Series. (more details)
A review of the laws, regulations, statutes and caselaw governing the federal government’s Senior Executive Service. A bibliography and reference section is included. (more details)
A review of the steps of the Board appellate process and seminal Board and Federal Circuit cases from 1978 to the present, Best of the Board is a must have basic reference for agency and employee representatives alike. (more details)
Ideal for federal supervisors and managers, and anyone who advises them, this handbook examines employee performance and conduct in terms of government accountability. The author offers indispensable and novel tips on managerial rights and responsibilities, improving performance, disciplining and removing unmanageable employees, and more. (more details)
Learn tried and true and creative solutions to resolving employee grievances, appeals and complaints. (more details)
This practical handbook explains and analyzes the changing topic of security clearance law and procedures. Ideal for agency and union representatives handling clearance cases or appeals, this book closely examines clearance procedure, including issues of evidence, contract and federal employees, appeals processes, nexus, admissions, collateral estoppel, as well as noteworthy case summaries, citations, and analysis. (more details)
This book is a must have for all representatives and researchers! MSPB Case Summaries compiles brief descriptions of the salient and most useable Board and Federal Circuit decisions from 1999 through the end of 2008 arranged by subject matter areas of Board jurisprudence and further categorized alphabetically for ease of use. Quickly locate relevant decisions, use the hyperlink to access the full text and cut and paste the summaries directly into your motions and briefs. (more details)
Relatable and practical, personnel veteran Michael Corum assists federal managers looking to optimize their employees’ time at work with proven practices and inspired coaching. With thorough explanations of supervisors’ rights and responsibilities, this text examines topics including time administration, sick and vacation leave, attendance and tardiness, overtime, and alternate work schedules. (more details)
This unique and practical text examines significant federal sector arbitration awards involving promotions, RIFs, adverse actions, compensation, union rights, remedies, and more. (more details)
This title provides an extensive analysis of EEOC sexual harassment case law and procedure. It is ideal for EEO managers, supervisors, representatives, and complainants. Topics examined include: substantive explanations of issues present in sexual harassment and hostile environment claims, employer liability and managerial responsibilities, as well as proactive measures available to avoid problems, and how to properly respond to problems when they arise. (more details)
This convenient and practical handbook presents practitioners with comprehensive analysis of EEO summary judgment case law along with practice tips and sample motions. The book begins with a discussion of the rules and standards for summary judgment and explores these standards in relation to cases of harassment, discrimination, disability, religious accommodation, and reprisal. (more details)
Easy to use and understand, this Deskbook is a critical resource for anyone dealing with federal disability discrimination law. The second edition offers an updated and expanded look at recent developments in case law. (more details)
An indispensable guide for any EEO representative, attorney, or specialist. This text explores the development of federal sector EEO law through landmark decisions of the Commission and the Supreme Court. Mr. Hadley’s book explains the underpinnings of current federal sector EEO law. (more details)
This text offers all federal managers an examination of discrimination laws and theories, and proactive measures managers can take to reduce complaints, as well as the EEO complaint, investigation, and hearing process. This handbook is essential for all federal managers to understand and navigate EEO complaints. (more details)
Whether handling performance, attendance, or misconduct-related issues, this book offers nuanced strategies, proven tactics, and practical advice for dealing with problem employees. Author Corum traces how to correctly identify then appropriately treat workplace problems caused by troublesome employees. (more details)
This comprehensive guide offers an authoritative examination of the FMLA, as well as an investigation into related cases and laws. Updated, revised, and expanded, this edition provides a detailed look into FMLA protections, coverage, legislative history, purpose, nuanced applications, notice and eligibility requirements, record keeping, and more with references to related litigation, best practice tips, and guidance on practical application.(more details)
*Includes the 2009 supplement.
This readable handbook guides federal supervisors and managers, step-by-step, through the FMLA process and the Act with tips, resources, and guidance for compliance. (more details)
Authoritative, comprehensive, and practical, this book covers all aspects of workers’ compensation issues in the Federal sector. Indispensible to anyone involved in OWCP cases. OWCP regulations, litigation, and processes, as well as FECA guidance, and ECAB case law and regulations are analyzed, explained, and dissected. (more details)
A practical, thorough, and comprehendible read, this book offers a detailed overview of the EEO complaint process from counseling through appeal. It is ideal for lawyers, counselors, officers, and EEO offices alike. (more details)
With this bestseller, all advocates will better understand how to support and defend against claims for compensatory damages and other remedial claims. This text offers thorough definitions, explanations, and guidance on a variety of issues including Title VII damages and remedies, compensatory damages, mitigation, use of witnesses, and back pay.(more details)
*Includes the 2009 supplement. The supplement is still in production and will ship for free when it arrives later this summer.
This manual offers an unparalleled look at the unique requirements and responsibilities of federal managers. With a succinct yet thorough overview of the civil service, and an in-depth examination of all aspects of the personnel management system, this guide offers vital information to all supervisors new to the federal civil service. (more details)
This handbook offers suggestions, strategies, explanations, and templates for those drafting settlement agreements. Topics include back pay, training, suspensions, waivers, future employment, promotions, leave of all types, and zipper clauses. (more details)
This manual is vital to anyone dealing with federal personnel law before the MSPB and arbitrators. In this expanded and updated third edition, the authors add new cases and tips and explore affirmative defenses and charges. (more details)
This guide offers advice and perspective on the unique challenges that face federal managers of unionized workplaces. Key points include a thorough examination of federal labor relations history, structure, and management, as well as practical advice about agreements, applying requirements to managerial choices. (more details)
This title serves as an introductory guide to the various rights afforded under the USERRA and the VEOA, with an explanation of the laws and responsibilities of federal supervisors. (more details)
This guide is a must for all federal agency managers, supervisors, personnel specialists, and EEO and EAP counselors dealing with medical issues and reasonable accommodation requests, as well as for counselors, investigators, and for advocates who litigate disability cases. Offering an exhaustive look into ADA and the Rehabilitation Act, and other related regulations, this text explores impairments of all types, standards, definitions, specific criterions, undue hardship, remedies and more with detailed explanations and relevant case citations. (more details)
This research supplement is the first stop for anyone with a question about disability discrimination law in federal workspaces. An invaluable resource, it is easy to use, and covers important regulations, standards, definitions, and statutes. (more details) Quantity:
The author offers new managers guidance on how to “start off on the right foot” while still achieving their goals during the crucial first few weeks of their tenure. (more details)
A “how-to” approach to mediation covering analysis of the viability of mediation in a given case to writing the agreement and all topics in between. With advice on how best to achieve client goals, and tips on finding creative solutions for dispute resolution, this guide presents a thorough and clear explanation of the uniqueness, benefits, and purpose of mediation. (more details)
This engaging book offers a comprehensive analysis of the federal sector EEO process. Theories of discrimination, EEO case evaluation and processing, and litigation techniques are just a few of the covered topics. (more details)
A concise look into the MSPB appellate process and related issues for the benefit of agency representatives. (more details)
Offering an overview of the arbitration process with tips and tactics for success, this CD practicum is essential to both union and agency representatives pursuing arbitration. The course is comprehensive covering pre-arbitration preparation through to closing arguments. (more details) Quantity:
Ideal for any federal supervisor, this title offers advice, tips, and steps to preventing workplace violence, protecting employees and clients, and enforcing necessary standards to ensure safety in the workplace. Issues covered range from pre-employment screening to avoid hiring violent employees to disciplinary measures to pursue when violence occurrs. (more details)
Drawing from actual cases, the author offers detailed explanations, sample interrogatories, admissions and document requests, and thorough definitions to guide agency representatives in discovery before the MSPB. (more details)
This straightforward and indispensible introduction to MSPB litigation covers seminal Board and Federal Circuit decisions and Board processes from the initial appeal through PFR. (more details)
A leading authority on managing federal employees, the author offers detailed, practical, and effective strategies for managing employee performance. (more details)
Fully develop the agencies’ defenses to underlying causes of action and claims for damages by maximizing discovery with the use of sample interrogatories, document requests, instructions, and definitions patterned after actual cases. (more details)
An all-encompassing guide for supervisors and managers, this work examines all aspects of disciplinary actions and offers advice and tips for handling warnings to removal. (more details)
From a seasoned arbitrator comes a readable, practical, and concise overview of arbitration. From effective preparation of grievances to the hearing itself, and all the details in between, this guide teaches beginner and veteran advocates alike how to be effective in arbitration. (more details)
This concise yet thorough handbook coaches managers, supervisors, and agency officials on how to prepare for and effectively testify in defense of their case before the MSPB, EEOC, in arbitration and other adjudicatory proceedings. (more details)
Helpful, practical, and thorough, this handbook is perfect for specialists and representatives negotiating settlement agreements. The text explores and explains ways to achieve the most durable agreements from pre-settlement negotiations through enforcement. (more details)
Whether practicing before the MSPB, EEOC, FLRA, or in arbitration, the authors provide advice and strategies for mastering administrative litigation including hearings, examining witnesses, prehearing submissions, appeals, and more. (more details)
With insight and helpful tips, this comprehensive and practical guide sorts the law and procedures related to whistleblower reprisal. Written by experts on the topic, the guide includes OSC and MSPB regulations, and covers noteworthy cases. (more details)
Learn how to find and hire top performers. This step-by-step guide covers all aspects of hiring, including defining job specifications, recruiting methods, diversity considerations, evaluating applications and applicants, interviewing, and managerial responsibilities. (more details)
This is the ultimate guide to discovery before the MSPB, and includes samples of discovery materials, a detailed examination of discovery procedure, relevant case citations, MSPB regulations, and more, to help maximize discovery and better prepare for litigation. (more details)
With insightful analysis, this practical and comprehensive handbook guides arbitrators and representatives through the arbitration process with an examination of major arbitration cases. (more details)
Prehearing and post-hearing motions, as well as rules of motion practice are studied in this practical and helpful guidebook. The authors examine motions presented to the Board and the Commission separately, paying special consideration to how to most effectively use motions for the desired result. (more details)
Concise and effective, this handbook explains and analyzes the position classification system in the Federal civil service. Written by a seasoned specialist, the book explores significant cases and standards for use by both agency and union practitioners. (more details)
This brief handbook examines the legal processes and procedures supervisors, managers, EEO staff, and personnel departments must follow to combat sexual harassment in the federal workplace. (more details)
This practical, how-to handbook traces the EEO counselor’s responsibilities in the case process step-by-step. Especially important for new counselors, this text offers a clear explanation of counselor’s role in assembling information and interacting with the complainant and managers. (more details)
This multi-disciplinary text is essential for readers seeking to navigate through the complex laws governing the administration of medical-related employee leave. (more details)
Intended for managers and personnel specialists, this entirely updated handbook simplifies Adverse Actions with a step-by-step approach to misconduct, performance-based actions, procedures, jurisdiction, penalties, appeals and more. (more details)
Easily access rules of law and commentary on seminal collective bargaining decisions. Written for negotiators, attorneys alike. (more details)
This Supplement clearly and concisely reviews the most up to date case law regarding damages in federal sector employment discrimination cases. (more details) Quantity:
Learn how to effectively and efficiently investigate allegations of employee misconduct with real life examples and sample forms. (more details)
This extensive yet practical Update allows practitioners to stay current with most recent EEO case law, trends and developments from the EEOC and federal courts. (more details)
The author guides federal supervisors through the intricacies of discrimination law and demystifies the potential impact of EEO laws on personnel management decisions. (more details)
With extensive strategies and tips, this practical guide is dedicated to helping union and management advocates navigate the arbitration process. (more details)
An extensive and updated treatment of federal disability discrimination law and practice written by a leading authority on federal sector EEO law. A must have for all representatives and anyone handling disability cases. (more details)
Carl Bosland has updated his seminal guide with analysis of the extensive statutory, regulatory, and case law developments affecting the FMLA and best practice tips to ensure that you remain in compliance. Includes information on the 2008 Amendments and a major overhaul of existing FMLA regulations. (more details) Quantity:
The supplement updates the text with new charges, alternative charges and added practice tips. It addresses service efficiency, revisits notice, and clarifies the line between harmful error and due process. (more details)
The third edition of this popular handbook for managers is here! The vast changes in EEO law, to include the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act of 2008, the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay Act, and the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, require managers to stay abreast of an ever-growing array of complex EEO subjects. Surviving EEO Complaints provides practical explanation of these new laws which effect managing in a dynamic EEO environment. (more details)
This is a comprehensive review and analysis of important recent decisions from the EEOC and the federal courts. It contains an explanation of the latest trends and developments in federal sector EEO law, including a summary of the EEOC’s proposed regulations implementing the notable Americans With Disabilities Act Amendments and a discussion of the effect on disability law and advocacy of the ADA Amendments Act of 2008. The text is organized and cross-referenced by chapter topics, many of which have subtopics so that the user can easily identify and access concise, current case summaries in specific areas of interest. In a section entitled “Recent Trends in the Law”, the authors, all of whom are former administrative judges from the EEOC and/or MSPB, share their insights into the interpretation and precedential significance of many decisions covering different areas of EEO law over the period January 1, 2009 through January 1, 2010. The text is organized and cross-referenced by the same topics found in the Consolidated Federal Sector EEO Update 2004-2009 and is an excellent way to stay current with the law.
The Federal Sector EEO Update 2010 is a handy desk reference on its own or as a supplement to the Consolidated Federal Sector EEO Update 2004-2009. (more details)
The new 2010 Supplement keeps you up to date in the same fashion with summaries of 2009 and early 2010 MSPB and Federal Circuit cases. (more details)
Easy to use and understand, this Deskbook is a excellent resource for anyone dealing with federal disability discrimination law. The Third Edition offers an updated and expanded look at recent developments in case law. This handbook is a practical manual covering virtually all areas of disability discrimination law including: whether an impairment substantially limits major life activities; when an employee is regarded as having a disability; the essential functions of the job; and what constitutes a reasonable accommodation. The Deskbook guides readers through the analysis required by the ADA and Rehabilitation Act, explaining and simplifying the process. Readers can browse by particular medical conditions or particular major life activities. Each section quickly summarizes current law and references relevant case law making easy work of finding cases that bear facts similar to the cases you encounter in litigation before the EEOC, MSPB, and labor arbitrators. (more details)
Michael Corum has updated and expanded his 2003 classic, Taking Disciplinary Actions with this new handbook. (more details)
