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The National Labor Relations Board is an independent agency of the United States federal government created in 1935 as part of the National Labor Relations Act. The Board consists of five presidentially-appointed... more +
The National Labor Relations Board is an independent agency of the United States federal government created in 1935 as part of the National Labor Relations Act. The Board consists of five presidentially-appointed members, who are charged with overseeing union elections and hearing complaints of unfair labor practices under the NLRA.    less -
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NLRB Refrain From Overturning Biden-Era Precedent – For Now

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As reported, the National Labor Relations Board (“NLRB” or the “Board”) regained a quorum late last year. Many expected that the new Republican majority would soon begin revisiting the Biden-era decisions that were widely...more

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Unionization Fell in 2025 — But Employers Shouldn't Let Their Guard Down

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Union organizing activity took a clear downturn in 2025, driven by a combination of economic uncertainty and shifting federal oversight. New data from Bloomberg Law shows that the number of union elections dropped sharply in...more

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$1.2M NLRB Health Care Center Settlement Underscores Risk of Missteps During Provider Union Organizing

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A Colorado health center’s operational changes became a seven-figure labor law lesson. In January 2026, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) approved a $1.2 million settlement after finding that several healthcare...more

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2026 California New Laws: Key Updates & Practical Impacts – Labor & Employment Law

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Each year, California enacts a number of new laws impacting employers across the state. New legislation for 2026 includes significant updates affecting wages and compensation, labor relations and enforcement, personnel...more

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New NLRB Intake Procedure Hoping to Alleviate Substantial Backlog

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The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) recently issued a memorandum regarding a modification of its intake, processing, and assignment of unfair labor practice charges....more

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Denied: Full D.C. Circuit Declines To Review Former NLRB Member Wilcox’s Suit Challenging Her Termination

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On January 28, 2026, the D.C. Circuit declined former National Labor Relations Board (“NLRB” or “Board”) member Gwynne Wilcox’s request for en banc review of its prior decision upholding her termination...more

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[Event] 2026 Hot Topics in Employment Law Seminar - February 19th, Baltimore, MD

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Join us for a half-day of timely programming and plenty of networking. Our annual Hot Topics in Employment Law Seminar is a must-attend event for business owners, legal experts, C-suite executives and HR professionals. Join...more

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Beltway Buzz - January 2026 #3

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The Beltway Buzz® is a weekly update summarizing labor and employment news from inside the Beltway and clarifying how what’s happening in Washington, D.C., could impact your business....more

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[Webinar] Employer Compliance with Workplace Laws in 2026: A Discussion of DOL, NLRB, and EEOC Priorities - February 11th, 1:00 pm...

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This timely presentation provides an overview of the federal regulatory and enforcement landscapes that will shape employers’ obligations and workplace practices in 2026. More than a year into the second Trump Administration,...more

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Update: Beating the Backlog – NLRB Acting GC Issues Memo Changing Charge Processing Procedure to Address Case Backlog

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As an update to our previous blog, on January 28, 2026, the National Labor Relations Board (“NLRB” or “the Board”) issued further guidance clarifying GC 26-01, explaining that the new docketing protocol is intended only as a...more

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Policy Week in Review – January 30, 2026

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NLRB Division of Advice Recommends Dismissal of Expansive Charges The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) Division of Advice (“Advice”) released a series of memos that recommended dismissal of charges that appear to have...more

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The NLRB’s Backlog Leads to Change in Unfair Labor Practice Charge Process

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The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) adopted an amended processing procedure for unfair labor practice charges (ULPs) in a quiet, unheralded end-of-year memorandum from then-acting General Counsel William Cowen. For ULPs...more

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Top Five Labor Law Developments of 2025

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1. The National Labor Relations Board lacked the three-member quorum required to issue decisions for the majority of 2025. Board vacancies, delayed confirmations, and ongoing litigation over Board composition limited the...more

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New Case to Test Whether California Charter Schools Are Subject to PERB or NLRB Jurisdiction?

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An interesting labor law jurisdictional issue is brewing here in Sacramento. On January 10, teachers and other employees at the St. HOPE Public Charter Schools submitted an RD Petition with Region 20 of the National Labor...more

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NLRB Region 12 Reinforces Imminent Closure Standard in SolarMovil PR LLC Decision

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On January 21, 2026, the NLRB regional director (RD) for Region 12 issued a decision in SolarMovil PR LLC that provides timely and practical guidance for employers operating with project‑based, temporary, construction‑driven...more

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The Labor Law Insider - NLRB Changes in 2026: People and Policy, Part 1

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Now that the NLRB has reached a quorum and appointed a new General Counsel, Labor Law Insider host Tom Godar sits down for a timely conversation with Insider veteran, Terry Potter. Terry’s experience as a former NLRB attorney...more

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The Year Ahead 2026

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As the administration enters its second year, employers face a fast‑shifting mix of federal priorities and the state‑level and market responses they prompt. The Year Ahead 2026 connects the dots across agencies,...more

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The National Labor Relations Board 2025 year-end review

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In 2025, the National Labor Relations Board (“Board”) was defined by a lack of leadership and activity, as a lack of quorum for most of the year effectively froze the Board’s ability to issue decisions. Still, the guidance...more

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Policy Week in Review – January 23, 2026

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EEOC Rescinds Enforcement Guidance on Harassment - On January 22, 2026, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) voted to rescind its Enforcement Guidance on Harassment in the Workplace. The proposal to...more

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Opening a New Playbook: How the House Settlement and NLRB Are Reshaping Labor Rights in College Sports

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The landscape of college athletics is entering uncharted territory. On June 6, 2025, final approval of the $2.8 billion House v. NCAA settlement resolved three major antitrust lawsuits and authorized direct revenue sharing...more

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President Trump’s NLRB Gains Quorum and GC, Flurry of Activity Expected

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On January 7, James Murphy and Scott Mayer, as National Labor Relations Board (NLRB or Board) members, and Crystal Carey, as the NLRB’s General Counsel (GC), were sworn into their roles following their confirmation votes in...more

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What’s Next for HR in 2026?

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January is named for the Roman god Janus, the deity of beginnings, endings, and transitions. Traditionally depicted with two faces, Janus looks backward at the lessons of the past and forward to the possibilities of the...more

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The NLRB Is Back in Business — But Major Change Will Have to Wait

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The National Labor Relations Board (“NLRB” or “Board”) has resumed operations after a prolonged period without a quorum, restoring its ability to decide cases and issue precedent. Yet the Board’s narrow composition, looming...more

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A Labor Law Roadmap for Museum Leaders Facing Unionization

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Museum leaders have a lot on their plates as they consider the visitor experience, shifts in revenue sources, and evolving exhibition designs. But an under-the-radar issue may arise that also warrants attention and careful...more

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The Board is Back: NLRB Resumes Decisions, Affirms Regional Directors’ Authority Without a Quorum

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On January 15, 2026, the National Labor Relations Board (“NLRB” or the “Board”) issued its first published decision with a new quorum. In Satellite Healthcare, 374 N.L.R.B. No. 25, the Board held that Regional Directors...more

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