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National Labor Relations Board Faces Legal Challenge Over Union Certification Standards

National Labor Relations Board Faces Legal Challenge Over Union Certification Standards

The Coalition for a Democratic Workplace (CDW), joined by Independent Electrical Contractors (IEC) and other employer organizations, has filed an amicus curiae brief with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). The brief challenges the NLRB's long-standing interpretation of the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) regarding union certification. Currently, the NLRB certifies a union if it receives a majority of votes cast in a representation election, even if that number is less than a majority of all employees in the bargaining unit. The CDW argues that Section 9(a) of the NLRA requires a union to have affirmative support from a majority of all employees in the bargaining unit, not just those who participate in the election. This legal challenge is supported by the Supreme Court's 2024 decision in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo, which eliminated mandatory judicial deference to federal agencies' statutory interpretations, urging the NLRB to adhere to the law's actual text. The brief contends that th...
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Nurse Challenges NLRB Decision Blocking Union Decertification Vote at Spectrum Health Systems

Nurse Challenges NLRB Decision Blocking Union Decertification Vote at Spectrum Health Systems

Julie Reno, a nurse at Spectrum Health Systems, has filed a Request for Review with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) to overturn a Regional Director's decision that indefinitely blocked a vote to remove the AFSCME Union. Reno, represented by attorneys from the National Right to Work Legal Defense Foundation, initially filed a petition in May for a secret-ballot vote on decertifying AFSCME Local 93. The vote has been delayed for six months, with union lawyers and Regional Board officials providing various reasons. Initially, a 'contract bar' was cited, but this was challenged as no agreement with definite start and end dates was produced. Subsequently, the Region blocked the election based on two alleged unfair labor practice charges filed by AFSCME against Spectrum Health eight months prior. Reno's filing argues that the NLRB's 'blocking charge' policy conflicts with Section 9(c) of the National Labor Relations Act, which mandates an election when a question of representation exists, and that the ...
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Supreme Court Declines Review of NLRB's Adjudicative Precedent Interpretation

Supreme Court Declines Review of NLRB's Adjudicative Precedent Interpretation

The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to review a petition in the case of Rieth-Riley Construction Co. v. NLRB. The employer, Rieth-Riley Construction Co., had argued that the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals improperly allowed the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) to reinterpret one of its own long-standing precedents without independently analyzing the precedent's original meaning. The case centered on the NLRB's 1958 decision in Retail Associates, which governs withdrawal from multiemployer bargaining units. Rieth-Riley contended that the NLRB effectively rewrote this rule by interpreting 'the agreed-upon date' for bargaining to begin as 'any agreed-upon date,' thereby allowing a union to withdraw even when no specific bargaining date had been set. The employer argued that this interpretation nullified part of the original rule and contradicted the text of the Board's own precedent, and that the Sixth Circuit wrongly deferred to the agency's reading.
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Democracy Forward Report Analyzes Consequences of Federal Personnel Cuts on Government Services

Democracy Forward Report Analyzes Consequences of Federal Personnel Cuts on Government Services

A new report from Democracy Forward, led by President Skye L. Perryman and Civil Service Fellows Program Director Astrid Dorélien, examines the real-world consequences of personnel cuts and participation in the Deferred Resignation Program within federal agencies. The report focuses on identifying the specific government services that have been significantly affected by the loss of personnel. This analysis aims to shed light on the broader impact of these reductions beyond just the numbers of lost staff, delving into how these changes translate into tangible effects on public services. The findings are presented to highlight the costs incurred by the public due to these staffing changes.
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Trump nominates Justice Department official to a EEOC seat that was left open by Democrat's firing

Trump nominates Justice Department official to a EEOC seat that was left open by Democrat's firing

President Donald Trump has nominated a Justice Department official to an open seat on the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, signaling the administration's intention to forge ahead with its legal campaign against diversity and inclusion policies
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The 113-Day GM Strike That Failed to Win Control Over Car Prices

The 113-Day GM Strike That Failed to Win Control Over Car Prices

The end of World War II ushered in a new era for the Congress of Industrial Organizations (CIO), marked by both significant challenges and a deepen...
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WARN Act Regulations for Multi-State Employers Detailed Amidst Layoff Announcements

WARN Act Regulations for Multi-State Employers Detailed Amidst Layoff Announcements

WARN Act Regulations for Multi-State Employers Detailed Amidst Layoff Announcements
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International Labour Organization Governing Body to Elect New Director-General on November 16, 2026

International Labour Organization Governing Body to Elect New Director-General on November 16, 2026

The Governing Body of the International Labour Organization (ILO) is scheduled to elect its next Director-General on Monday, November 16, 2026. This election will take place during the 358th Session of the Governing Body, which is being held in Geneva from November 9 to November 19. The Director-General is chosen by the Governing Body, which serves as the ILO's executive body and comprises representatives from governments, employers, and workers. The election process will involve a secret ballot, commencing at 10:00 Central European Time (09:00 GMT). Following the announcement of the vote's outcome, the Director-General-elect is expected to deliver a statement, which will be broadcast live on ILO Live. The individual elected to this position will serve a five-year term, with their tenure officially beginning on October 1, 2027. This election is a significant event for the ILO, as the Director-General plays a crucial role in guiding the organization's mission to promote social justice and internationally re...
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Kylie Jenner Faces Fourth Lawsuit from Former Household Employee Alleging Mistreatment

Kylie Jenner Faces Fourth Lawsuit from Former Household Employee Alleging Mistreatment

Kylie Jenner is facing her fourth lawsuit in seven months from a former household employee, Dinora Cabria Amaya. The lawsuit, filed in Los Angeles County Superior Court on November 5, alleges various instances of mistreatment during Amaya's employment, which began in March 2025. Amaya claims she was bitten by one of Jenner’s dogs, accidentally exposed to pepper spray causing severe burning and vision problems, and became trapped in Jenner’s closet for over an hour while a supervisor allegedly mocked her. The lawsuit also accuses Jenner, her companies, and team members of disability discrimination, retaliation, wrongful termination, and numerous labor violations. Amaya reported working six days a week for $40 an hour in cash and believes she was fired in February 2026 for requesting mileage pay and speaking up about her wages and workplace treatment. While the lawsuit does not directly accuse Jenner of mistreatment, it suggests her involvement in employee supervision, scheduling, and wage practices. Jenner'...
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Teamsters Local 665 Files Federal Complaints Against Rodney Strong Vineyards Alleging Union Intimidation

Teamsters Local 665 Files Federal Complaints Against Rodney Strong Vineyards Alleging Union Intimidation

Teamsters Local 665, a union attempting to organize production workers at Rodney Strong Vineyards in Healdsburg, has filed two separate complaints with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) in September. The union alleges that the winery has engaged in intimidation tactics to discourage workers from signing union cards, including sowing fears of disciplinary action or dismissal. Max Bell Alper, executive director at North Bay Jobs with Justice, stated that union organizers claim the vineyard's hired consultant verbally discouraged workers and spread misinformation about federal immigration enforcement agents being nearby. Rodney Strong Vineyards, through spokesperson Christopher O’Gorman, has denied these accusations, calling them 'categorically false' and affirming the company's intent to comply with all applicable laws protecting employees' rights. The winery maintains that any unionization effort should proceed through a federally supervised secret-ballot election, rather than a card check process.
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Air Tahiti Cleared of Union Claims Regarding Strike-Breaking Staff Amid Ongoing Disruptions

Air Tahiti Cleared of Union Claims Regarding Strike-Breaking Staff Amid Ongoing Disruptions

Air Tahiti Cleared of Union Claims Regarding Strike-Breaking Staff Amid Ongoing Disruptions
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Foley Lardner LLP Attorneys Co-Author Comprehensive Guide on AI and Technology in the Workplace

Foley Lardner LLP Attorneys Co-Author Comprehensive Guide on AI and Technology in the Workplace

Foley Lardner LLP Attorneys Co-Author Comprehensive Guide on AI and Technology in the Workplace