On August 4, 2022, I presented a complimentary webinar entitled “Union Organizing Update for Employers”. For those who couldn’t attend the live webinar, I’m happy to make it available for you to watch at your convenience. In the webinar, I discuss: Representation Case Statistics Starbucks’ Impact Decertification & Withdrawal of Representation Planning Ahead and much … Read more
The National Labor Relations Board reports a 58% increase in union election petitions through the first three quarters of the 2022 federal fiscal year. Upon first glance, this statistic may seem to reflect a major uptick in union organizing. And, on the raw numbers, it does. But there appear to be two notable causes for … Read more
For most qualifying purposes, the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) permits eligible employees to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave per year. However, one form of leave can last for much longer. An employee who qualifies for “military caregiver leave” has a right to up to 26 weeks of leave to provide … Read more