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For more than 30 years, Cabling Installation & Maintenance has provided useful, practical information to professionals responsible for the specification, design, installation and management of structured cabling systems serving enterprise, data center and other environments. These professionals are challenged to stay informed of constantly evolving standards, system-design and installation approaches, product and system capabilities, technologies, as well as applications that rely on high-performance structured cabling systems. Our editors synthesize these complex issues into multiple information products. This portfolio of information products provides concrete detail that improves the efficiency of day-to-day operations, and equips cabling professionals with the perspective that enables strategic planning for networks’ optimum long-term performance.

Throughout our annual magazine, weekly email newsletters and 24/7/365 website, Cabling Installation & Maintenance digs into the essential topics our audience focuses on.

  • Design, Installation and Testing: We explain the bottom-up design of cabling systems, from case histories of actual projects to solutions for specific problems or aspects of the design process. We also look at specific installations using a case-history approach to highlight challenging problems, solutions and unique features. Additionally, we examine evolving test-and-measurement technologies and techniques designed to address the standards-governed and practical-use performance requirements of cabling systems.
  • Technology: We evaluate product innovations and technology trends as they impact a particular product class through interviews with manufacturers, installers and users, as well as contributed articles from subject-matter experts.
  • Data Center: Cabling Installation & Maintenance takes an in-depth look at design and installation workmanship issues as well as the unique technology being deployed specifically for data centers.
  • Physical Security: Focusing on the areas in which security and IT—and the infrastructure for both—interlock and overlap, we pay specific attention to Internet Protocol’s influence over the development of security applications.
  • Standards: Tracking the activities of North American and international standards-making organizations, we provide updates on specifications that are in-progress, looking forward to how they will affect cabling-system design and installation. We also produce articles explaining the practical aspects of designing and installing cabling systems in accordance with the specifications of established standards.

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New Podcast Episode Empowers Federal Employees with Disabilities: Legal Advice from Eric Pines and AFGE Local 17 President Doug Massey

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Houston, Texas – Federal employees facing workplace challenges due to disabilities now have a powerful new resource. A compelling new podcast episode features Doug Massey, President of AFGE Local 17 at the Department of Veterans Affairs, in conversation with Pines Federal Employment Attorneys’ Eric Pines, a nationally recognized federal employment attorney and union counsel. Together, they offer critical insights into the complex and often misunderstood world of disability rights and benefits in federal employment.

This episode is a must-watch for federal employees who feel unsupported, misinformed, or overwhelmed when navigating disability-related employment issues. Pines and Massey take a deep dive into key topics such as reasonable accommodations, the disability retirement process, and the legal rights of disabled federal workers. With years of experience advocating for public servants, Eric Pines breaks down essential information in clear, actionable terms.

Key talking points from the interview include:

  • What qualifies as a disability under federal law: The conversation starts with a clear definition of what constitutes a qualifying disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and relevant federal guidelines.
  • How reasonable accommodations work — and what to do if they fail: Pines explains how to request accommodations, what agencies are legally obligated to provide, and how employees can respond if those accommodations are denied or ineffective.
  • Understanding the disability retirement application process: The episode outlines eligibility criteria for OPM disability retirement, step-by-step guidance on filing, and the documentation needed for approval.
  • Differentiating disability retirement, Social Security Disability, and workers’ compensation: Pines clarifies the differences between these benefit systems and when each may apply, offering crucial advice on how to pursue multiple options if eligible.
  • How long the process takes and what to expect: Viewers gain realistic timelines and insights into common roadblocks, and how legal support can help overcome them.
  • Financial benefits of disability retirement: The discussion covers vital financial information, including ongoing health insurance, pension eligibility, and potential Social Security offsets.
  • Job offers at lower grades — and what to consider: The hosts offer a strategic look at how to evaluate offers for lower-level positions and how these offers can affect disability retirement claims.
  • The value of legal support: Pines emphasizes the importance of working with an experienced attorney, especially when navigating appeals, documentation, or agency pushback. His firm provides personalized guidance to ensure employees receive the benefits they’ve earned.

“Disability retirement is one of the most valuable but underutilized tools available to federal employees,” says Eric Pines. “Too many workers don’t realize there are options to secure both their health and financial future.”

This episode isn’t just an informative discussion, it’s a call to action. Federal employees who are struggling don’t have to do it alone. With legal insight and union support, they can reclaim their rights and protect their future.

Watch the full episode now and empower yourself with the knowledge and tools to make informed decisions about your career and health.



Pines Federal is a nationally recognized law firm dedicated exclusively to representing federal employees. With decades of experience, our team is deeply knowledgeable in all areas of federal employment law. Over the years, we have developed a strong focus on fighting wrongful termination, addressing disability discrimination, and representing VA doctors and nurses under Title 38. Our mission is to protect the rights of federal workers and ensure they receive the fair treatment and benefits they deserve. Contact us today to learn how we can help you navigate your federal employment challenges with confidence and clarity.

Pines Federal Employment Attorneys
10101 Fondren Road Suite 575 Houston, TX 77096
832-539-3368
eric@pinesfederal.com
https://www.pinesfederal.com/
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