Proposed NLRB election changes

The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) has proposed the following changes to representation elections: Eliminate Blocking Charges…Under the proposal the NLRB will no longer postpone a representation election based on unproven unfair labor practice charges; 2....

Non Refundable..Not Really

problem with flight delay..have you ever had to cancel a trip because of a significant flight delay..if you had a non-refundable ticket you may think you are out of luck..however you can request an “involuntary refund” ..this is never publicized by the airline ..speak...

Agents and Writers a bad situation

In the traditional sense strikes occur when an Employer and a Union cannot reach agreement  ..the dispute usually centers around wages or working conditions.. in the writers/agents dispute the issue deals  with trying to fundamentally change the business model for...

STRIKES>>ARE THEY WORTH IT ?

Strikes are costly to employers ,employees and the public… for employees here are a couple things to take into consideration before striking.  Assume you earn $15 per hour sand are about to strike for a .50$ per hour increase…how long before you recoup what wages are...

Employers Beware

On June 3 the United States Supreme  Court decide the case of Fort Bend County V. Davis . Davis an employee of defendant filed a charge with the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) alleging sexual harassment and retaliation for making such a claim . Title VII of the...

Attention Massachusetts Employers

Beginning in June 2019 Employers in Massachusetts will have a new obligation under the Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical leave (MPFML) provisions. The MPFML requires employers of ONE or more employees in Massachusetts to post a Department issued Notice outlining...