Merit Systems Protection Board Appeals Rejection
When a federal employee thinks that they have been treated unfairly by their employer, they may file an appeal against the employer with the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB). This is a federal agency designed to help adjudicate federal employment disputes, including politically motivated personnel practices and other employment activities prohibited by law.
If you or someone you know thinks that your federal employer has engaged in illegal employment activity, you may want to file an appeal with the MSPB. Contact the federal employment lawyers of the Vaughn Law Firm today at 877-615-9495 to discuss your situation with an experienced legal professional and learn more about the appeals process.
Reasons for Appeal Rejection
Unfortunately, many appeals against federal employers for prohibited personnel practices are rejected. The following are some of the most common reasons why:
- The appeal was filed before the personnel practice was started or completed
- Someone besides the appellant filed the appeal
- Relevant information (appellant’s name, address, etc.) is missing from the appeal
- The appeal does not explain the nature of the action being appealed
- Appeals were filed on the wrong size paper
- The appeal lacks the applicant’s signature
These and other problems with the appeals process may lead to rejection of an appeal by a federal employee against their employer, even if the cause of the appeal is valid.
Contact Us
If you or someone you know has been improperly treated by a federal employer, you should consider the benefits of having an experienced legal representative help you to file the necessary paperwork and argue your case. Contact the federal employment attorneys of the Vaughn Law Firm at 877-615-9495 today to learn more.
