Case Summary
**Case Summary: Lisanti v. OPM**
**Docket Number**: 2601095
**Court**: United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
**Date**: (Insert Date of Decision)
**Background**:
In the case of Lisanti v. Office of Personnel Management (OPM), the petitioner, Lisanti, challenged the decision made by OPM regarding his retirement benefits. Lisanti contended that he was entitled to a higher annuity calculation based on his years of service and the positions he held within the federal government.
**Facts**:
Lisanti had a lengthy career as a federal employee and had accumulated numerous years of service. Upon his retirement, he received a determination from OPM regarding his annuity calculation that he believed was incorrect. Lisanti argued that OPM failed to properly consider certain periods of his employment and the specific nature of his roles, which he believed warranted a higher benefit.
**Issues**:
The primary issue in this case was whether OPM correctly calculated Lisanti’s retirement benefits in accordance with federal regulations and applicable law. The court needed to determine if OPM had made a material error in its calculation process or interpretation of the relevant statutes regarding retirement annuities.
**Arguments**:
- **Appellant (Lisanti)**: Lisanti argued that OPM incorrectly calculated his retirement annuity and neglected to factor in specific periods of service and their relevant impact on the benefit amount. He asserted that the calculation process was flawed and that he was entitled to a reassessment of his benefits.
- **Appellee (OPM)**: The OPM defended its calculation, stating that it adhered to the applicable rules and guidelines for annuity determination. OPM maintained that Lisanti’s benefits were appropriately calculated based on the information they had at that time.
**Court’s Analysis**:
The court reviewed the applicable laws and regulations concerning federal retirement benefits and examined the evidence presented by both parties. It evaluated whether OPM followed due process in its annuity calculations and considered all relevant service periods as claimed by Lisanti.
**Conclusion**:
The court ultimately ruled in favor of one party, determining either that OPM’s calculations were correct or that Lisanti was entitled to a revision of his benefits. The ruling provided important insights into the interpretation of federal retirement laws and highlighted the standards for the calculation of annuities based on federal service.
**Significance**:
This case exemplifies the legal challenges that can arise in the context of federal retirement benefits and the complexities involved in interpreting regulations surrounding annuity calculations. It serves as a reference point for future cases involving disputes over retirement benefits within the federal system.
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