October 5, 2011
The National Labor Relations Board has pushed back, to January 31, 2012, the implementation date for its requirement that all employers covered by the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) post a notice that informs employees of their rights under the NLRA. The Board maintains, among other things, that “The decision to extend the rollout period followed queries from businesses and trade organizations indicating uncertainty about which businesses fall under the Board’s jurisdiction, and was made in the interest of ensuring broad voluntary compliance.”
Perhaps so, but lawsuits filed against the Board by, among others, the National Association of Manufacturers and the National Right to Work Legal Defense and Education Foundation, may also have led to the push back.
The Board’s news release may be found at: http://www.nlrb.gov/news/posting-employee-rights-notice-now-required-jan-31-board-postpones-deadline-allow-further-educa
Rick Vernon is an attorney and co-chair of the employment and labor practice at Lerch, Early & Brewer in Bethesda, Maryland. In connection with his representation of management in employment matters, Rick advises employers on how to remain union-free. To discuss steps your company can take to avoid unionization, contact Rick at (301) 907-2818 or rgvernon@lerchearly.com.
