For Federal Agents, 2023 Likely Won’t See Decrease in Workplace Liability
While the New Year typically marks a clean slate and new opportunities, federal law enforcement officers can also use the occasion to reflect on this particularly challenging past year. As FEDS Protection has previously reported, federal agents have been dealing with changes to body camera policies and protesting guidance, increased scrutiny, and probes into agency efficiency. These issues, along with new obstacles, will surely follow law enforcement officers into 2023.
Law enforcement officers often find themselves in the public spotlight. Unfortunately, even officers with excellent conduct that consistently adhere to regulations and federal policies aren’t immune to allegations of wrongdoing. Accusations can be made by anyone, including criminal offenders, members of the public, co-workers, special interest groups, or members of Congress, among others. However, Professional Liability Insurance (PLI) from FEDS Protection is available and can play a vital role in safeguarding the officers sworn to serve and protect others.
The New Year is a great time to evaluate your financial and career stability. Going into 2023, a PLI policy from FEDS Protection is a valuable layer of protection and peace of mind for federal law enforcement officers. If you are the subject of an investigation or allegation centered on actions taken within the scope of your employment, having PLI can make an enormous difference in how such a situation would affect your career and your financial security. Below, FEDS Protection has put together a short video explaining the benefits of PLI for federal employees:
Federal law enforcement officers can protect themselves against investigations with a FEDS Protection PLI policy. FEDS Protection offers policies with $1 million, $2 million, or $3 million in civil liability protection for attorney’s fees and indemnity costs in the event you are sued in your civil capacity for actions taken within the scope of your employment. Our policy also includes $200,000 of legal representation coverage per incident for administrative actions and $100,000 of coverage for criminal defense costs arising out of actions taken within the scope of your employment. Annual premiums for FEDS Protection PLI start at $290, which is less than it would typically cost to hire a federal employment lawyer for an hour. LEOSA coverage for off-duty incidents is also available for qualified law enforcement officers. Additionally, federal law enforcement officers are eligible for a reimbursement of up to 50% of the cost of their PLI policy through their agency.
To learn more about how a FEDS PLI policy can protect you and your career, visit www.fedsprotection.com or call (866) 955-FEDS, M-F 8:30am-6pm to speak directly to a representative.
*This article is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.