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: I am a law enforcement veteran who sustained an injury while in the performance of duty. I was placed on workers’ comp. Due to reporting errors by the agency, I had to use leave instead of COP. Is it possible, that due to the agency erroneously controverting the original claim, that I have the right to regain lost leave? A: According to the DOL website, an employee may use annual…
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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: How do I anonymously and safely report a fellow employee for suspected sick leave/continuation of pay fraud? A: You can file an anonymous complaint online with the U.S.P.S. OIG Investigations Hotline, which receives information from employees, customers and the general public for reporting fraud, waste, and misconduct. To file anonymously, visit: https://www.uspsoig.gov/hotlinenewforms.cfm. Another option to report suspected fraud or violations relating to any DOL program is through the DOL OIG…