Last Friday, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) made it much easier for a union to organize. How much easier? Rolling off a log easier. The Cemex case sets a new standard for when and how employers must recognize a … Read More
New laws often take effect July 1 and the poster solicitations come fast and furious. We got two last week. As we always say: you do not have to buy, just comply! State and federal mandatory posters are free–see the … Read More
Do you have a policy on: social media? personal conduct? confidentiality of workplace investigations? non-disparagement? cell phone use (camera too)? conflict of interst? Well, the NLRB believes these policies may contain “over-broad work rules that chill employees’ exercise of their … Read More
Feeling the heat? You are not alone. The U.S. does not have a federal standard on workplace heat safety–yet. Last week, President Biden announced the “Department of Labor (DOL) to issue the first-ever Hazard Alert for heat, and DOL will … Read More
GOOD NEWS YOU SAY? What a delight to share information that could make life easier for employers! On July 21, 2023, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced a streamlined, “alternative procedure” and a new I9 form. The new form … Read More