Recent rulings by the 5th and 6th Circuit Courts of Appeals widen a split among the circuit courts over the NLRB's authority to provide enhanced remedies for labor law violations.
New York has amended its Labor Relations Act to authorize the Public Employee Relations Board to assert jurisdiction over private-sector union elections and unfair labor practices charges.
The NLRB Acting General Counsel has rescinded over 30 guidance memos issued by his predecessor, indicating a pivot from the union-friendly positions of the prior administration.
This Quick Reference chart lists some of the most important forms of law and the authority they carry. It is intended to help employers navigate the ever-shifting landscape of employment law.
The NLRB may quickly pivot to a more business-friendly stance in the new year, following a Senate vote that prevents the continuation of a Democratic Board majority.