Protect Yourself Against Fraud
WAEPA has just published The 2018 Consumer Assistance Guide – designed to help Federal Employees – like you – spot scams and better protect yourself against fraud.
Reclaiming 'Good Enough for Government Work'
What is the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the phrase “good enough for government work”?
Is Your Career in Good Hands?
Cases are won and lost based on the quality of legal representation. If you become the target of an allegation or investigation, one of the first things the agency or investigators will want to know is who is your liability carrier–or–who is your attorney.
Federal Manager Professional Liability Insurance
Media sensation, negative public impact, political agendas and disgruntled employees are just a few of the reasons federal managers should have liability insurance from FEDS Protection in place.
New Year, New Liabilities
As the new year begins, we reflect on the past year thinking about family, friends, work, the future.
Not All Pay Raises Are Equal
It is fair to say those who choose to become part of the federal workforce do not do so to make a fortune.
The Surprise December Holds for Some Managers
Would you like to get something special this Holiday Season? What if you could get something that would last a whole year?
The Importance of Defending our Military
There are many reasons the all-volunteer United States military is the best-trained, most lethal force the world has ever known.
What a Difference a Decade Makes
FEDS just celebrated its 10-year anniversary defending federal employees. When the company was founded, the goal was to provide the very best legal representation and customer service in the industry – and we did that.
FMA Pushes for Extension of Probationary Period
On Thursday, November 2nd, the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform marked up the EQUALS Act of 2017 (H.R. 4182) by a vote of 19 – 17. H.R. 4182 was introduced by Rep. James Comer (R-KY) and would extend the probationary period for employees entering the federal workforce to two years upon the completion of formal training.
You Can't Turn the Clock Back on an Allegation made Against You
You are dedicated. You are hardworking. You have an exemplary record. You would never need a lawyer to defend an act, error or omission in the course of your employment. Unfortunately, your phone call is the hardest one we receive and almost always starts with, “I can’t believe this is happening to me.”
Managers Critical of FY2018 Funding Process
To say the process to fund the federal government is complex is an understatement. Considering that spending, including both mandatory and discretionary, totals more than $4 trillion dollars annually, that makes sense
Professional Liability Insurance for Federal Managers
There is inherent risk in everyday federal management decisions.
Federal Government is No Place for At-Will Employees
For more than 100 years, the Federal Managers Association (FMA) has advocated excellence in public service and supported efforts to promote management and invest in the federal workforce.
FMA Applauds Bill Providing Fairness to Feds in Combat Zones
When America’s brave warriors step into a combat zone, such as Afghanistan or Iraq, their taxes are forgiven on their military pay.
President Trump’s FY18 Budget Request: A Race to the Bottom
President Donald Trump unveiled his Administration's fiscal year 2018 (FY18) budget request on Tuesday, May 23rd.
FMA and Congress Deliver Wounded Veterans a Well-Earned Benefit
Beginning November 5, 2016, managers have a new tool at their disposal to better accommodate our nation’s wounded veterans.
Religious Compensatory Time Challenges for Managers
In a recent IG report, employee abuse of Religious Compensatory Time (RCT) at the EPA resulted in big payouts and potential additional payouts.