We’ve been following the NLRB’s proposed amendments to the rules and regulations governing union election cases over the past few weeks. Today, the Board voted 2–1 to adopt the Chairman’s proposed amendments, which significantly limit employer’s rights before the Board. Before, employers had the absolute right to insist on a pre-election hearing to litigate the… Continue Reading
Monthly Archives: December 2011
President announces two new NLRB nominations
Posted in LaborYesterday, the President announced the nominations of two individuals to serve as Members of the National Labor Relations Board. It remains to be seen whether the Senate will confirm these nominations, or the nomination of Terence Flynn to fill the other Republican seat. Absent confirmation or a recess appointment of one or more nominees, the… Continue Reading