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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 Settles Noncompete Regulatory Action

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In May 2023, the General Counsel of the National Labor Relations Board (“NLRB”) published a memorandum stating that an employer who requires a nonmanagerial/nonsupervisory employee to sign a noncompete agreement violates...more

Seyfarth Shaw LLP

2023 Trade Secrets Webinar Series Recap: Key Takeaways and Access to Recordings

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In 2023, Seyfarth’s Trade Secrets, Computer Fraud & Non-Compete practice group presented a series of dynamic and insightful CLE webinars, addressing pivotal challenges confronting businesses head-on. The breadth of our...more

Fisher Phillips

Workplace Law Forecast 2024 - Your workplace law recap for 2023 and predictions for 2024 to help you prepare for the coming year.

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When I reflect on the relationship that our firm has with our clients, I’m most proud of the fact that you can always count on us. That often means defending complex litigation, steering you through regulatory threats,...more

Seward & Kissel LLP

Employment Litigation Roundup: October 2023

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October 2023: Public information can be a trade secret; Litigants get creative to contest non-competes; NJ addresses the enforceability of non-disparagements; Law firm DEI programs face legal challenges - Compilation of...more

Epstein Becker & Green

#WorkforceWednesday: Non-Compete Agreements in 2023: What Employers Need to Know - Employment Law This Week® - Spilling Secrets...

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This week, we bring you our special Spilling Secrets podcast series on the future of non-compete and trade secrets law: Restrictions on non-competes have dominated the headlines this year. The Federal Trade Commission has...more

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It Begins…NLRB Regional Director Targets Noncompetes in New Complaint

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As recently foreshadowed, the National Labor Relations Board (“NLRB” or “Board”) now appears poised to weigh in on whether noncompete agreements, even those that may be legal under state law, violate the National Labor...more

Dentons

Confidentiality, Non-Solicitation, and Non-Competes: The NLRB Takes Another Swing at Contractual Relationships

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As discussed in prior Iowa Employment Law Insights articles, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) in McLaren Macomb addressed issues of the rights of employees to organize under Section 7, fundamentally limiting...more

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NLRB’s General Counsel (Once Again) Limits Employment Agreements

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In a recent memorandum to all Regional Directors, Officers-in-Charge, and Resident Officers, the National Labor Relations Board’s (“NLRB”) General Counsel, Jennifer Abruzzo, sets forth her view that the proffer, maintenance,...more

Miles & Stockbridge P.C.

Highlights from the 2023 Hot Topics in Employment Law Seminar

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Miles & Stockbridge’s Labor, Employment, Benefits & Immigration Practice Group presented its 21st annual Hot Topics in Employment Law seminar April 25 to clients from throughout Maryland and beyond. Topics covered included...more

Fisher Phillips

Forecast: March 2022 Edition

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Welcome to FP Forecast, a monthly outlook featuring Fisher Phillips thought leaders providing their insights into what employers can expect in 2022 and beyond. By following along each month, you’ll be in the best position to...more

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Can I Tell my Employee to Please Shut Up?

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Sometimes the school teacher refrains, “everyone be quiet” or “back to your corners” can feel like an excellent tool for managing employees. However, there are some pitfalls to be aware of when you ask your employees to avoid...more

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[Podcast]: Key Contractual Provisions for Employers to Incorporate in Documents with Confidentiality Covenants

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In this episode of The Proskauer Brief, Kate Napalkova, special employee benefits and executive compensation counsel, and associate Oleg Zakatov discuss potential pitfalls that lurk in employment agreements and other employee...more

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Web Exclusive - April 2018: The Top 19 Labor And Employment Law Stories

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It’s hard to keep up with all the recent changes to labor and employment law. While the law always seems to evolve at a rapid pace, there were an unprecedented number of changes all through 2017. And if the first four months...more

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Web Exclusive: February 2018: The Top 15 Labor And Employment Law Stories

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It’s hard to keep up with all the recent changes to labor and employment law. While the law always seems to evolve at a rapid pace, there were an unprecedented number of changes all through 2017. And if the first two months...more

NAVEX

5 Key Takeaways from My Long List of Regulatory Changes Shared at ECVC2016

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As 2016 draws to a close with a major political transition underway in Washington, D.C., organizations already dealing with a rapidly evolving regulatory environment now face uncertainty regarding whether some of the new...more

Fenwick & West LLP

eWorkplace Policies Restricting Employees’ Acceptable Use of Technology, Social Media & The Cloud

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I. OVERVIEW – THE MODERN LANDSCAPE - A. Physical Conduct PLUS Digital Activity - Traditional concerns for employers have included: conduct leading to liability to third-parties; “frolic and detour” or other...more

Cozen O'Connor

Want To Hear A Good Suggestion?

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The “suggestion box” seemingly goes back to the dawn of time. In 2015, the cardboard carton, manila folder, or plastic shelf physically attached to the outside of the door has been replaced by the virtual, online suggestion...more

Allen Matkins

Really? Requiring Someone To Use Information “Fairly And Lawfully” Can Be Illegal?

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Companies have lots of very good reasons for adopting codes of conduct. These reasons include: - Ensuring compliance with applicable exchange listing rules (e.g., NYSE Rule 303A.10 and NASDAQ Rule 5610); -...more

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