Reproduced with permission from Daily Labor Report, 211 DLR I-1, 11/01/2011. Copyright 2011 by The Bureau of National Affairs, Inc. (800-372-1033) http://www.bna.com
Although law firms are a unique type of workplace in many respects, they nevertheless remain a workplace that is subject to federal and state labor and employment laws. In this BNA Insights article, Brody and Associates attorneys Robert Brody and Allison Smith look at employment-related legal issues that can arise at law firms and offer guidance for attorney employers looking to avoid litigation.
A District Court in Missouri found an employer is not required to grant an employee indefinite leave under the Americans with Disabilities Act (“ADA). Deciphering the ADA and its reasonable accommodation requirements can be tricky and cause employers much angst. However, this case gives employers a little peace of mind, knowing they may not have [...]
Previously, we wrote about the National Labor Relations Board’s (the “Board”) new requirement that employers post a notice in their workplaces advising employees on their rights to unionize. Originally, employers had to begin posting the notice on November 14, 2011. However, the deadline was extended to January 31, 2012. The Board wanted to give employers [...]
Employers whose collective bargaining agreements are about to expire should pay close attention to this recent Ninth Circuit decision if you are in a Right to Work state. The Court found that employers in Right to Work states may not unilaterally stop dues checkoff after the expiration of their collective bargaining agreements. This decision overrules [...]
The Obama Administration has vowed to help unions since before the election. The next pro-Labor initiative will begin in two months. As of November 14, 2011, most employers will be required to post a notice in their workplace informing employees about their rights to unionize. The Board originally opened its proposed rule to public comment in [...]