The question raised in this grievance is whether or not the grievant is entitled to reimbursement for the fee charged by an attorney. Information in the file discloses that the grievant retained the attorney, of her own volition, in connection with her attempt to obtain a copy of her injury compensation file. Inasmuch as the grievant elected to hire an attorney, it was her obligation to pay the attorney's fee. We do not see that provisions of the National Agreement were violated in this instance. Accordingly, the grievance is denied.
Document Type: USPS Position Letter
APWU National Grievance Number: H8C3AC18233
Craft: Clerk