Union Elections Increasing

Why Are Union Elections Increasing in 2022?

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 …

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Military Caregiver Leave

FMLA Military Caregiver Leave

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 …

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New York Pay Disclosure Law

New York City Pay Disclosure Law Finalized

With recent amendments, the anticipated New York City pay disclosure law will take effect on November 1, 2022. Covered employers advertising for positions that could be performed in New York City must identify the minimum and maximum salary or wage for each job. Covered Employers The New York City pay disclosure law will apply to …

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