Spring has sprung… And so has an allegation.
Allegations can spring upon you at any point as a federal employee. If you were informed of an allegation being made against you tomorrow, would you be prepared?
Real Problems for Real Federal Agents
“In the past few years, law enforcement professionals have seen an unprecedented number of lawsuits and investigations resulting from job duties.”(1)
Uncertainty Addressed by FEDS President
As the President of FEDS, I didn’t know whether to celebrate the agreement to fund agencies through midFebruary or to commiserate over the uncertainty that lies ahead.
Handling Furlough Fallout
In the wake of the recent government shutdown and subsequent strains on the federal community, we have had many FEDS members contact us with concerns about how current or upcoming furloughs may impact them.
iPad Raffle
If you have your liability insurance through FEDS Protection, you have automatically been entered into a raffle to win one of two 9.7 inch 128 GB Apple iPads.
Excuses, Excuses, Excuses
We get at least one call a week from a federal agent who needs legal advice or representation but doesn’t have FEDS Protection in place.
FEDS Protection for Federal LEOs
FEDS Protection provides coverage in three areas – administrative, civil and criminal.
National Law Enforcement Museum Grand Opening
We at Federal Employee Defense Services are excited that the Grand Opening of the National Law Enforcement Museum is less than one month away!
20/20 Hindsight
The California wildfires are wreaking havoc among Californians’ houses, businesses, and schools.
The Counterfeit Report
Did you know that counterfeiters will produce $1.7 trillion in fake products worldwide this year?
How the Accountability Executive Order Affects You
The White House issued several executive orders on May 25, 2018 affecting the management of the federal workforce.
Protecting Your Rainy Day Fund
More than half of Americans have less than $1,000 in their savings accounts. Life is expensive.
What Hasn't Changed Since Waco
Everyone is talking about the WACO miniseries – so, we will too –from a current threat and technology perspective.
Is Your Career in Good Hands?
FEDS Cases are won and lost based on the quality of legal representation.
Can You Successfully Sue a Federal LEO?
You are absolutely immune from suit for common law torts while acting within the scope of your employment.
New Year, New Liabilities
As the new year begins, we reflect on the past year thinking about family, friends, work, the future.
Areas of Concern for LEOs
FEDS just celebrated its 10-year anniversary defending federal employees, and we take this opportunity to share our insights.
You Can't Turn the Clock Back on an Allegation made Against You
A former federal prosecutor, Tom Roth, once said, “In my experience, it is often the most aggressive, most productive, and most capable agents that get ground up in the disciplinary machinery of their respective law enforcement agencies.”
Professional Liability Insurance for Federal Agents
Federal law enforcement officers have increased risk of civil, administrative and criminal liabilities due to the nature of their duties.
Responding Appropriately to a Line of Duty Trauma
By now, most kids are back in school writing colorful essays about their experiences over the summer which, no doubt, include new adventures, camp opportunities, and lots of sun.