Resources for Workers
Welcome to the Rise Up: Federal Workers Legal Defense Network resource library for federal employees.
Please review the resources below. You are welcome to bring questions about these resources to your consultation.
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Union Members
Contact Your Union or Representative
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Preparing for Your Consultation
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Pro Bono Services
Ethics Rules Regarding Acceptance of Pro Bono Legal Services
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Your Rights
Determining My Rights as a Federal Employee
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Terminated Probationary Employee Rights
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Reductions in Force (RIFs)
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Prohibited Personnel Practices
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Equal Employment Opportunity Rights
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Geographic Relocation
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‘Fork in the Road’ or ‘Deferred Resignation’ Offers
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Potential Criminal Concerns
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Whistleblower Protections
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Unemployment Compensation for Federal Employees
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Pregnant, Postpartum, or Breastfeeding Workers’ Rights
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Webinar: The Rights of Federal Workers
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Rise Up Worker Info Session
Info session with legal experts on RIFed employees’ rights and benefits, applying for unemployment insurance and more.
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Merit Systems Protection Board Process and Procedure
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Probationary Workers Information Session
Info session from Thursday, May 22, 2025 covering whether issues such as whether your rights are protected by recent lawsuits; benefits available; and if there is anything you should do now.