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'Quickie' union election rules upheld — at least for the time being

The National Labor Relations Board’s “ambush election” rules are still in effect. At least for now.  

by Tim Gould
June 5, 2015

2 interesting developments for DOL's overtime rule, injunction

Two very interesting things happened involving the DOL’s overtime rule while you were out of the office over the holidays. 

by Christian Schappel
January 4, 2017
overtime rule, DOL, FLSA

5 ways Obama could quickly impact HR

Now that the election’s over, experts are focusing on what legislative changes can be expected under the new president. HR pros will be watching a few big items on Obama’s agenda.

November 18, 2008

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 […]

March 27, 2009

Benefits alliance braces for fight against 'Cadillac tax'

We’ve already seen legislation introduced with the sole purpose of getting Obamacare’s controversial “Cadillac tax” tossed. Now an impressive alliance has come together to put pressure on Congress to make sure that repeal actually takes place.  

by Jared Bilski
August 14, 2015

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.

July 24, 2009

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. 

by Christian Schappel
July 18, 2014

Does your handbook say this … ? If so, it's time for a rewrite

One federal agency continues to take the shredder to common, and seemingly harmless, employer policies. And this time, it may have made its most head-scratching move of them all. 

by Christian Schappel
July 13, 2016

Don't expect DOL to let up under new Labor Secretary

Under former Labor Secretary Hilda Solis, the DOL drastically increased the enforcement of wage and hour laws. Now Thomas Perez is running the agency, and he seems poised to kick things up a notch.  

by Christian Schappel
September 20, 2013
FMLA, medical leave, paid leave

EEOC outlines 4 new approaches to fight workplace harassment

Workplace harassment is virtually an epidemic these days — the EEOC says a third of the nearly 100,000 charges it receives annually now include a harassment allegation. But the agency’s taking steps to help both workers and managers handle the problem.

by Tim Gould
April 26, 2017

EFCA a priority for Obama: Steps to take now

The Employee Free Choice Act is one of the President-elect’s top legislative priorities for the upcoming term — and an increased Democratic Congressional majority could make its passage likely. What does it mean for employers, and what should HR do now to prepare?

December 16, 2008

EFCA one step closer to becoming law

It’s official: The much-anticipated (and much-feared by many employers) Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA) has been introduced to both houses of Congress.

by Jim Giuliano
March 11, 2009

Employee Free Choice debate heats up

As businesses continue voicing concern about the Employee Free Choice Act (EFCA), Congressional Republicans have introduced a new bill they hope will stop the union-friendly proposal in its tracks.

by Jim Giuliano
March 17, 2009

Furloughs stalled for New York State workers — for now

To save money — and jobs — many companies have resorted to furloughs. Do you think the state of New York should do the same?

by Christian Schappel
May 17, 2010

Get ready: Feds set up a new hurdle to fighting union efforts

The Obama administration’s pro-union beat goes on: The Department of Labor’s planning to implement new, stricter rules for U.S. employers trying to respond to union organizing efforts.

by Tim Gould
January 5, 2013

Got a giant rat outside? It's cool, NLRB says

Picture this: There’s been no talk of union organizing at your company. Yet a 16-foot inflatable rat has been placed outside your building to protest the fact that you’ve hired a non-union contractor. What do you do?

by Christian Schappel
June 9, 2011

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