In advance of Thanksgiving 2017, I thought I would recap some of the most significant labor and employment law developments so far this year. Let’s take a look at what’s making employers thankful this holiday season! I recognize that some do not personally agree with all of the policy and legal issues discussed here, but they … Read more
On November 8, 2017, the U.S. Senate confirmed Peter Robb to a 4-year term as the next General Counsel of the National Labor Relations Board. Robb previously served as an NLRB attorney, but has been in private practice for the past 30+ years. The Senate voted 49-46 along party lines. Before Robb’s confirmation, Jennifer A. … Read more
In July, I discussed 5 Big Legal Questions for New York Employers. Three months later, we’re still dealing with the same issues. Let’s update where we are. Question 1: Healthcare??? July Prediction: Obamacare reigns for the foreseeable future, probably into 2018. Republicans will need to slow down and construct a fully workable alternative before repealing … Read more