Status Update – Decision on Appeal regarding Premature FADs

As previously reported on June 27, 2018 (see below), the Postal Service prematurely issued thousands of Final Agency Decisions in this case, thereby undermining the ability of class members to provide a full presentation in support of their claims for individual relief. We appealed this improper action by the Postal Service. We have recently received a final decision from the EEOC regarding our appeal. The EEOC agreed with our position. As a result, all individual claims will be sent back to the Administrative Judge for appropriate processing, in accordance with EEOC Management Directive 110, Chapter 8, Section XII.C. This is a good development, but a lengthy fight remains in order to obtain a just and fair result. There is no action needed at this time on your individual claim. Our offices will be in touch with you when you need to take additional steps.