DeBusk v. United States

Plaintiff who was formerly an employee of the Veterans’ Administration brought this suit to recover pay from the date of his allegedly illegal discharge by that agency. Plaintiff has moved for judgment on the pleadings. The Government opposes this motion and makes a cross motion for summary judgment.

Plaintiff held the position of Loan Examiner, GS-7, $4580 per annum, in the Veterans’ Administration Regional Office, Lubbock, Texas. It is conceded that he was entitled to veterans’ benefits under the Veterans’ Preference Act of 1944, 58 Stat. 387, 390 (5 U. S. C. 863, 1952 Ed.). By letter dated…