Ask the Lawyer received the following question (paraphrased for easier reading and clarity) from a reader on a legal matter that might be of interest to the entire audience. Q: Is it possible to file a civil suit against a supervisor for discrimination, falsification of federal documents against a federal employee, defamation of character, unequal opportunities to advance similar to non-ethnic employees? The EEO process has already started against her supervisor for not acting to correct the situation. I am considering filing against my boss in civil court, separate of the EEO action. Is this possible? A: No. Supervisors (and…
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Ask the Lawyer received the following question (paraphrased for easier reading and clarity) from a reader on a legal matter that might be of interest to the entire audience. Q: Are FERS annuity retirement benefits subject to garnishment by the state court as a result of a civil verdict? A: That depends on the type of civil lawsuit. Generally, FERS benefits may not be garnished by state courts. This is explained by Title 5 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 838. There is an important exception to this rule though. Title 5 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Parts…