Browsing: poor performance

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 reported to my command and received a closeout assessment. The appraisal was completed appropriately. I reported to my new command and I wasn’t provided new performance objectives for 90 days. When my final appraisal was completed, it was done under an appraisal that was set for less than 90 days. After a formal grievance process, the command determined that the period satisfied the time period requirement. Can an appraisal…

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 have a targeted disability and qualified for Schedule A. I was terminated for poor performance from an entry level position during my probationary period after I asked for reasonable accommodations that would have helped my performance, but never received any. What are my options? A: The issue in your case is whether the poor performance conclusion of your supervisors renders you unable to perform the essential functions of your…

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: Please provide me with the legal authority by which a personnel action can be authorized and issued for an employee who fails a PIP, is fired for poor performance and opts for a discontinued service or early retirement. A: The problem with an answer to your question is there is no specific legal authority. It used to be contained in the old federal personnel manual. The best I can do…