Shows
The Spiggle Law Firm PodcastAvoiding Pitfalls in Federal Sector Litigation: How to Prepare for an EEOC JudgeGetting to the point where an EEOC judge is assigned to your case is a significant milestone in federal sector litigation. What happens next? Louise Ryder, a senior attorney with The Spiggle Law Firm, is here to continue our series on navigating federal sector litigation. The EEOC process is complex and laden with procedural requirements that require strategic thinking. From the initial conference to the extensive discovery phase, understanding each step's intricacies, costs, and potential benefits—such as early settlement opportunities—can significantly impact a case's outcome. Being well-prepared and informed about these processes is cruc...2024-07-0323 minThe Spiggle Law Firm PodcastThe Fork in the Road: Choosing Between a Final Agency Decision or an EEOC HearingThis episode continues our series on federal sector litigation. Today's focus is understanding the fork in the road after the investigative phase. Learn more about your options at this stage of the process. After receiving the report of investigation (ROI), you have two options: request a Final Agency Decision (FAD) or opt for a hearing before the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). Should you trust the agency to deliver justice or take your chances with the EEOC? Senior Attorney Louise Ryder walks us through this critical juncture in federal sector litigation. Gather the insights you...2024-06-2619 minThe Spiggle Law Firm PodcastUnderstanding Your ROI: A Guide to the EEO Report of InvestigationYou’re a federal sector employee who has filed your complaint with the EEO. You receive your Report of Investigation (ROI). Now what? What exactly is an ROI, and what should you do next? Louise Ryder, an expert in federal sector employment law with The Spiggle Law Firm, joins us to explain the role of the ROI and provide strategic insight for those navigating federal employment disputes. Understanding and effectively analyzing the Report of Investigation (ROI) can dramatically affect the trajectory of your federal sector employment litigation. Everything hinges on the details and ev...2024-06-0522 minThe Spiggle Law Firm PodcastUnderstanding The Critical Steps in the Formal EEO Complaint StageLouise Ryder returns to the podcast to walk us through the critical steps in the formal EEO complaint process. Louise shares her insight for crafting a compelling formal complaint, the strategic significance of naming witnesses, and what you can expect from the investigator's report. We’ll also cover how to handle objections, the advantages of a written response, and your options if the final agency decision is not in your favor. The journey from the informal EEO complaint stage to the formal process necessitates filing a formal complaint within 15 days of receiving the notice of th...2024-05-2239 minThe Spiggle Law Firm PodcastMediation Strategies and Legal Insights for Federal EmployeesHow can mediation benefit federal employees in resolving disputes? What challenges do federal employees face when initiating an EEO process for discrimination claims? What do federal employees need to know when considering legal action against a federal agency? These are just a few questions Tom and his guest, Louise Ryder, a senior attorney with The Spiggle Law Firm, answer in this episode. The episode starts by explaining the difference between federal and private sector employees. Certain protections prevent the federal government from unreasonably taking away someone's job or taking certain other actions against...2024-04-2448 min