3 employment cases at the Supreme Court
The U.S. Supreme Court just began its new term. A lot of what they do will have a big impact on HR.
Collective Bargaining
A full-strength NLRB: Preparing new battles for union elections, notice rule?
For the first time since 2003, all of the members of the the National Labor Relations Board have actually been confirmed by the Senate. So what’s that going to mean for employers?
Alert: EFCA introduced in Congress
After much speculation, the Employee Free Choice Act of 2009 (EFCA) was introduced in both houses of Congress on March 10.
Alert: Sen. Specter opposes EFCA (cont'd)
Senator Arlen Specter, Republican from labor-friendly PA, announced that he will not support the Employee Free Choice Act. Just as importantly, Specter said he will not support a motion to cut off debate — a key legislative step for passage of the act. Specter had been counted upon as one of the 60 votes supporting […]
Another female field worker harassment settlement: $3.8 million
Last week, we carried a story about a company that was forced to pay $30,000 for the alleged harassment of a female field worker. Here’s a similar tale — but the numbers are considerably larger.
Big sticking point in NFL lockout: Workers' comp benefits
We’re glad to see pro football back. It seemed like the NFL’s labor lockout went on far too long. One reason for that: the disagreement about workers’ compensation benefits for players.
Business leaders scorch new NLRB rules change
As expected, the National Labor Relations Board’s proposal to streamline the union voting process drew both sharp criticism and strong support in a recent hearing before the House Education and Workforce Committee.
Cutbacks reach scary new level: Employees lose free beer
In another sign of the times, a major brewery has been forced to cut back on one of its best-loved employment perks.
Do FLSA's donning and doffing rules supercede union agreement?
A donning and doffing issue confounds this company where workers initially agree to not be paid for getting changed or walking to their workstations. Then they complain their agreement violates the FLSA and sue. Who wins? Read the dramatized version of this real-life case and see if you can determine the outcome.
Do your people have to be paid for 'snow days'? Some guidelines
With a good portion of the country digging out from recent staggering snowfalls, it seems like a good time to review what rights and responsibilities employers have to employees who miss work because of inclement weather.
Does the NLRB think it's OK for you to grab your crotch in front of co-workers?
Here’s a case that shows how potentially dangerous the National Labor Relations Board’s (NLRB) agenda really is. Besides making it easier for unions to organize, it’s issuing rulings that contradict the guidance put forth by other federal agencies.
Even the ultra-rich need help: NBA starts forced retirement savings
Apparently, even multimillionaires need to be forced to set money aside for retirement.
Feds give employers more leeway in grandfathered plans
Good news: The feds just gave employers more leeway to make changes to their health plans and maintain their plans’ grandfathered status.
Get ready for the 'Arbitration Fairness' bill
Yes, the Employee Free Choice Act has hit a rocky road in Congress. So pro-labor groups have another proposal ready: the Arbitration Fairness Act.
Grandfathered health plans in 2014: What you need to know
Got questions about your grandfathered health plan for next year?
Heads up: The IRS could be poking around your COBRA procedures
Got all your COBRA procedures in line? Because it looks like the IRS could be stepping up its audit program.
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