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McDonough's McDouble-Cross: How the Demoralizing 50 Percent In-Office Requirement Undermines Trust
Discover how McDonough's 50 percent in-office requirement breaks the collective bargaining agreement, eroding trust and morale among employees at VA.
Essential Hatch Act Training to Empower AFGE Local 17 Members
AFGE Local 17 hosts a must-attend Hatch Act Training on June 25, 2024. Get expert advice from J. Ward Morrow, Esq. on election compliance.
Local 17 Considers Challenging VA Over Time-Consuming Reinvestigations
Local 17 considers challenging VA over time-consuming reinvestigations, seeking proration or overtime pay for affected board attorneys.
Survey for attorneys at the Board of Veterans’ Appeals
Survey for attorneys: Share views on reducing Board of Veterans' Appeals quota from 156 to 125 cases and suggest productivity incentives. Your feedback matters!
Crisis at the Board of Veterans' Appeals: A Symptom of VA Leadership Failures
A crisis at the Board of Veterans' Appeals: improper bonuses, leadership failures, and the need for urgent reform at the VA.
Arbitration Victory: 10 Critical Takeaways
Our arbitration victory uncovers the Board's violations of performance standards and promotion criteria, ensuring back pay for affected attorneys.
Local 17 Files Grievance on Sudden Telework Cancellation at OIT
Breaking: Telework Cancellation at OIT faces backlash as Local 17 files grievance against management's sudden decision without good faith negotiation.
May 7th Town Hall Discussion: The Impact of Our Union Arbitration Victory
Join Local 17's May 7th Town Hall to learn about the latest union arbitration victory, new investigation requirements, detail opportunities and more.
Leadership Beyond Slogans: The Chairman Needs to Address Real Issues
Unfair labor practices under scrutiny at the Board of Veterans Appeals due to the Chairman's lack of communication.
Lunch and Learn: Exploring Telework as a Reasonable Accommodation in 2024
Explore telework as a reasonable accommodation with expert insights at our May 1 Lunch and Learn event, featuring AFGE attorney Jenny Pratt.
3 Outstanding Labor Leadership Awards Earned by Dr. Everett B. Kelley
Recognizing Dr. Everett B. Kelley's labor leadership: the first male to win three World Peace Prizes, highlighting his impact on labor rights and global peace.
New Investigation Requirement at Board of Veterans’ Appeals: What You Need to Know
Board of Veterans’ Appeals faces pushback on new investigation requirement. Details inside!