Micro-Unions and Corporate Campaigns

On this episode of PSLaborTalk, we’llbe discussing union corporate campaigns and micro-unions, including novel union organizing tactics that specialize in comprehensive and clandestine certification.

Ricardo Torres,
Clifford L. Hammond
Charles A. Krugel

Read More “Two-Front War”

Effective December 1, 2016, the Department of Labor’s updated rules under the FLSA will substantially change who can be “exempt” from overtime pay. The new rules basically double the current minimum pay forexempt employees and are estimated to add over $12 billion in new overtime costs to US businesses’ payrolls over the first three years. Read More “Thoughts on the New Overtime Rules”

Labor unions were a necessity in the 1930’s, 40’s and 50’s and became a background feature of our work culture. Over time, though, the need for unions has almost disappeared and their importance in our culture has dwindled. Have you ever wonderedwhy?

Ricardo Torres,
Doug Grima
Bob Carroll

Read More “The UAW’s Transformation over Time”

In this epidode, Michael J. Lotito (Littler Mendelson ), Ricardo Torres (PSLC), and Clifford Hammond (Nemeth Burwell) talk about the various initiatives on the ballots across the country this year.

Ricardo Torres,
Michael J. Lotito
Clifford L. Hammond

Read More “The Labor Party”

On this week’s must-hear episode, we will discuss conventional and unconventional possibilities that loom on the horizon for the National Labor Relations Board.

Ricardo Torres,
John N. Raudabaugh
Clifford L. Hammond

Read More “The Future of the NLRB”

Three labor relations veterans discuss the complexities of de-authorization and decertification, addressing misconceptions and providing a first-hand perspective on whatgoes into removing a union from the workplace. Read More “Should I Stay or Should I Go?”

Separating Fact from Fiction in Right to Work Legislation

Our topic on this edition is the ever-controversial Right to Work legislation.

Ricardo Torres,
Suzanne Geimer
Reynaldo Velazquez

Read More “Right to Know”

Legalization of marijuana is spreading throughout the US. Michigan, along with several other states, has legalized marijuana for recreational, in addition to medicinal, use. What do you need to know toprotect yourself and your business?

Ricardo Torres,
Bob Carroll
Clifford L. Hammond

Read More “Marijuana in the Workplace”

In this edition, we discuss the role of the supervisor in maintaining a positive employee/employer relationship.

Ricardo Torres, Read More “Let Me Talk to my Supervisor”

How We Can Expect Labor/Employment Law to Change

While President Trump has not said much regarding Labor/Employment concerns as he approaches the end of his first 100 days in office, we can predict much based on his actions so far.

Ricardo Torres,
Bob Carroll
Clifford L. Hammond

Read More “Labor Relations and the Trump Administration”