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States Pondering ‘Trigger’ Legislation to Enforce the National Labor Relations Act

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Several states are considering “trigger” laws that would allow their own labor authorities to effectively enforce labor laws if the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB or Board) fails or is unable to do so. This...more

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The Current State of Captive Audience Meetings

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Mandatory employer-sponsored meetings, otherwise known as captive audience meetings, sparked significant discussion and legislation these past few months....more

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Illinois Joins Trend to Ban “Captive Audience” Meetings: 5 Steps Employers Can Take to Comply

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Illinois just became the latest state to ban employers from holding mandatory meetings with employees concerning religious or political matters, including discussions on union representation. Such employer-sponsored meetings,...more

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Workplace Law Forecast 2024 - Your workplace law recap for 2023 and predictions for 2024 to help you prepare for the coming year.

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When I reflect on the relationship that our firm has with our clients, I’m most proud of the fact that you can always count on us. That often means defending complex litigation, steering you through regulatory threats,...more

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New York Employers: Important Legislative Updates from Albany

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For New York employers, fall has brought with it more than just cooler temperatures, thanks to a wave of activity from Governor Kathy Hochul’s desk (after a busy legislative summer). Below, we highlight six significant...more

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It Begins…NLRB Regional Director Targets Noncompetes in New Complaint

As recently foreshadowed, the National Labor Relations Board (“NLRB” or “Board”) now appears poised to weigh in on whether noncompete agreements, even those that may be legal under state law, violate the National Labor...more

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New York Challenges Captive Audience Meetings with Long-Rejected Principle

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On September 6, 2023, New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed legislation prohibiting employers from disciplining employees who choose not to attend captive audience meetings. Enactment of this legislation comes as no surprise,...more

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Captive Audience Meetings in the Crosshairs Again: New York's Imminent Ban

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New York State's Legislature recently passed a bill that, once signed by Gov. Kathy Hochul, will effectively prohibit employers from holding mandatory employee meetings for the purpose of discussing labor elections and union...more

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Top Workplace Law Stories You May Have Missed Over the Holidays

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Happy 2023! We hope you had some time to unwind and recharge over the winter holiday season – but you may be feeling out of the loop now that your attention is turned back to work. We know it’s hard to keep up with all the...more

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The Top 16 Workplace Law Stories from September 2022

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It’s hard to keep up with all the recent changes to labor and employment law. While the law always seems to evolve at a rapid pace, there have been an unprecedented number of changes for the past few years—and this past month...more

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[Event] Stronger Together: 2022 Labor & Employment Law Seminar - October 24th, Roanoke, VA

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Strong collaboration between HR and legal is crucial in the ever-changing landscape of labor and employment laws. Working together can help you avoid potential legal risks and find quick resolutions to employee-related...more

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[Event] Stronger Together: 2022 Labor & Employment Law Seminar - October 20th, Charlottesville, VA

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Strong collaboration between HR and legal is crucial in the ever-changing landscape of labor and employment laws. Working together can help you avoid potential legal risks and find quick resolutions to employee-related...more

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[Hybrid Event] Stronger Together: 2022 Labor & Employment Law Seminar - October 19th, Norfolk, VA

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Strong collaboration between HR and legal is crucial in the ever-changing landscape of labor and employment laws. Working together can help you avoid potential legal risks and find quick resolutions to employee-related...more

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[Event] Stronger Together: 2022 Labor & Employment Law Seminar - October 13th, Richmond, VA

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Strong collaboration between HR and legal is crucial in the ever-changing landscape of labor and employment laws. Working together can help you avoid potential legal risks and find quick resolutions to employee-related...more

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[Event] Stronger Together: 2022 Labor & Employment Law Seminar - October 6th, Lynchburg, VA

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Strong collaboration between HR and legal is crucial in the ever-changing landscape of labor and employment laws. Working together can help you avoid potential legal risks and find quick resolutions to employee-related...more

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The Top 16 Workplace Law Stories from August 2022

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It’s hard to keep up with all the recent changes to labor and employment law. While the law always seems to evolve at a rapid pace, there have been an unprecedented number of changes for the past few years—and this past month...more

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Top 10 List – Keep Your Eyes on These California Employment Bills on Governor Newsom’s Desk

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Eight months of legislative wrangling and dealmaking have come to an end as the California Legislature just wrapped up work for the year – and now employers across the Golden State turn their eyes to the governor’s office to...more

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The Top 17 Workplace Law Stories from May 2022

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It’s hard to keep up with all the recent changes to labor and employment law. While the law always seems to evolve at a rapid pace, there have been an unprecedented number of changes for the past few years—and this past month...more

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Connecticut Set to Enact Ban on Employer-Sponsored Meetings

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On April 29, 2022, organized labor achieved a long-sought political objective when the Connecticut House of Representatives passed Senate Bill 163, “An Act Protecting Employee Freedom of Speech and Conscience.” Effective July...more

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The Top 17 Workplace Law Stories from April 2022

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It’s hard to keep up with all the recent changes to labor and employment law. While the law always seems to evolve at a rapid pace, there have been an unprecedented number of changes for the past few years—and this past month...more

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The Top 16 Workplace Law Stories from November 2021

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It’s hard to keep up with all the recent changes to labor and employment law. While the law always seems to evolve at a rapid pace, there have been an unprecedented number of changes for the past few years—and this past month...more

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2021 California Legislative Update: California’s New Employment Laws

To close out the 2021 legislative season, Governor Gavin Newsom signed dozens of bills into law, many of which directly affect California employers.  In addition to the coverage in prior blog posts, which are linked below,...more

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July 2021: The Top 14 Labor And Employment Law Stories

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It’s hard to keep up with all the recent changes to labor and employment law. While the law always seems to evolve at a rapid pace, there have been an unprecedented number of changes for the past few years—and this past month...more

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Connecticut’s Proposed Worker Bargaining Law Would Transform Gig Economy As We Know It

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A unique legislative proposal pending in Connecticut would upend the way that gig economy businesses interact with their workers – and has drawn both strong support and vocal dissent from the very group of individuals it is...more

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Top Five Labor Law Developments For October 2020

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1. Thus far in 2020, unions prevailed in mail ballot elections at the same rate as in-person elections. According to an October 16 Bloomberg report, although voter participation was low, unions won seven out of 10 National...more

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