On September 20, 2018, I presented a complimentary webinar called “Union Basics 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. Click here to watch the webinar now. In the webinar, I discuss: Representation Procedures Grievances and Unfair Labor Practices Negotiations Strikes … Read more
Private sector employees unhappy with their union can initiate a decertification process through the National Labor Relations Board. If successful, this process removes the union as the employees’ exclusive bargaining representative and relieves them of the obligation to pay dues or other fees. Once the union is out, employees can deal directly with their employer … Read more
On June 27, 2018, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a long-awaited decision affecting public sector unions. In Janus v. American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Council 31, the Court ruled that government employees cannot be required to support financially unions that represent them. This decision reverses precedent from a case the Supreme Court … Read more