When You Are Accused of Misconduct: Federal Employment Law and Litigation - “I Got Fired!” Show

Work discrimination lawyer Rob Porter covers what public sector employees need to know about workplace misconduct accusations. The “I Got Fired!” Show, hosted by Tom Spiggle, gives real-world advice for workers who have been fired or are afraid they might be. Featuring expert employment lawyers who specialize in protecting workers, we cover unfair dismissal, discrimination, disability, litigation, and more. Learn more here: https://www.spigglelaw.com/tools-reso.... Subscribe here:    / @spigglelaw  . 1:15 Laws that apply to federal employees in misconduct investigations 3:00 Poor performance issues 5:30 If you commit a crime outside of work or at work, if you’re accused of sexual harassment or other violations 9:30 How to know if you’re under investigation 11:10 What are employment rights? 15:00 Trial work lawyer tip 16:55 Do federal employees have 5th Amendment rights? 20:45 When or why do you need an employment lawyer? 22:45 When to call a criminal lawyer 23:50 Table of penalties 27:14 What is MSPB and what do federal employees need to know about it? 30:58 Douglas factors 33:48 Employment lawyer strategies 42:00 Right to respond 50:00 Timelines The Spiggle Law Firm covers employment law and protects workers from wrongful employment practices. Since opening its doors in 2009, our employment lawyers have negotiated millions in settlements and become a trusted and respected advocate for those facing discrimination, retaliation, and harassment in the workplace, including: Family Medical Leave Act Pregnancy, Gender, Race, Disability and Age Discrimination Severance, Pay and Overtime Federal Workers and Military Sexual Harassment Whistleblower and Workplace Investigations A Virginia-based law firm, we represent clients across the region in Virginia, District of Columbia, Maryland, Tennessee, and North Carolina. Learn more at https://www.spigglelaw.com/ and find us on: Facebook:   / spigglelaw   Twitter:   / tspiggle   LinkedIn:   / the-spiggle-law-firm