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Laptops at the Ballpark: Concerns for Employers Managing Remote Workers
Baseball is often referred to as “America’s pastime,” but for some baseball fans, it may double as worktime. While employers have long known that workers occasionally play hooky to attend afternoon ballgames, viral videos and photos now show employees openly using laptops in the stands, raising legal and compliance questions for employers managing remote work.
Laptops at the Ballpark: Concerns for Employers Managing Remote Workers
Quick Hits Employers face challenges regarding employee productivity and efficiency when remote workers choose unconventional work settings, such as sports stadiums, which can be distracting and complicate compliance with labor laws. Security risks may arise from using public Wi-Fi networks at sports venues, exposing sensitive company and client information to potential breaches.
Three Takeaways from the NLRB’s FY 2025 Petition Statistics
Workers in 2025 filed the fewest union election petitions since 2022, according to recently released annual statistics from the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), but filings still topped the first two years of the Biden administration, suggesting continued interest in organizing. Quick Hits In FY 2025, union election petitions filed by employees decreased to 2,100, marking the lowest number since 2022, yet still surpassing the first two years of the Biden administration.
What to Consider When it Comes to Employee Social Media Activity
Employers may be concerned about employee social media activity, even if it is done outside of work and focused on personal messages. Posts with controversial or inflammatory messages are often seen by coworkers, customers, and business partners and can draw unwanted attention to employers, particularly amid the current polarized political climate in the United States.
Is the ‘Gen Z Stare’ More Than Meets the Eye? Employer Considerations for the Perceived Behavior | JD Supra
You ask if the coffee shop has the new seasonal drink yet, and the young barista, a Generation Z (Gen Z) member, looks back at you with a blank, expressionless face before pointing to the menu board above. This behavior, known as the “Gen Z stare,” has gone viral, with many from older generations commenting on what they perceive as strange or antisocial behavior.
Is the ‘Gen Z Stare’ More Than Meets the Eye? Employer Considerations for the Perceived Behavior
You ask if the coffee shop has the new seasonal drink yet, and the young barista, a Generation Z (Gen Z) member, looks back at you with a blank, expressionless face before pointing to the menu board above. This behavior, known as the “Gen Z stare,” has gone viral, with many from older generations commenting on what they perceive as strange or antisocial behavior.
Is the ‘Gen Z Stare’ More Than Meets the Eye? Employer Considerations for the Perceived Behavior
Quick Hits The “Gen Z stare” is a neutral, expressionless response that reflects the unique communication styles of Generation Z, often misunderstood by older generations as disengagement or hostility. The stare may stem from a Gen Z member’s preference for digital interactions and evolving social norms, rather than a lack of enthusiasm or a disinterest in engagement.
Workplace Socializing May Change As Gen Z Employees Drink Less
Quick Hits Alcohol often plays a part in work-related socializing and networking. Gen Z workers are less likely to drink alcohol than previous generations. There are a number of possible strategies for employers to help nondrinkers feel included in social events. Socializing with colleagues continues to be factor that boosts employee engagement, retention, and a sense of belonging.
Workplace Socializing May Change as Gen Z Employees Drink Less
Research shows that Gen Z employees, ages twenty-one to twenty-eight, are less likely to drink alcohol than previous generations, which may impact how they feel about work-related events that include drinking. Alcohol often plays a part in work-related socializing and networking. Gen Z workers are less likely to drink alcohol than previous generations. There are a number of possible strategies for employers to help nondrinkers feel included in social events.
NLRB Judge Finds Nonsolicitation, Noncompete Provisions in Employment Agreement Chilled Protected Activity | JD Supra
On June 13, 2024, an administrative law judge (ALJ) for the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) ruled that overly broad noncompete and nonsolicitation provisions in an employment agreement violated an employee’s labor rights in what could be the first NLRB ruling to find such provisions unlawful under the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA).
NLRB Judge Finds Nonsolicitation, Noncompete Provisions in Employment Agreement Chilled Protected Activity
On June 13, 2024, an administrative law judge (ALJ) for the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) ruled that overly broad noncompete and nonsolicitation provisions in an employment agreement violated an employee’s labor rights in what could be the first NLRB ruling to find such provisions unlawful under the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA).
NLRB Judge Finds Nonsolicitation, Noncompete Provisions in Employment Agreement Chilled Protected Activity
Quick Hits An NLRB judge found that an employer’s noncompete and nonsolicitation provisions in an employment agreement were unlawful for employees who were not supervisors or managers because they could chill the employees from engaging in activities protected by the NLRA. The ruling applied the NLRB’s most recent framework for evaluating work rules from the perspective of an employee who is economically dependent on the employer.
Arrested Development: Wisconsin Court Of Appeals Holds 'Arrest Record' Does Not Include Civil Violations
When is an offense a covered "offense" under the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act's (WFEA) prohibition against arrest record discrimination? This was the question answered by the Wisconsin Court of Appeals in its recent decision in Oconomowoc Area School District v. Cota.
Arrested Development: Wisconsin Court of Appeals Holds ‘Arrest Record’ Does Not Include Civil Violations | JD Supra
When is an offense a covered “offense” under the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act’s (WFEA) prohibition against arrest record discrimination? This was the question answered by the Wisconsin Court of Appeals in its recent decision in Oconomowoc Area School District v. Cota.
Arrested Development: Wisconsin Court of Appeals Holds ‘Arrest Record’ Does Not Include Civil Violations
When is an offense a covered “offense” under the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act’s (WFEA) prohibition against arrest record discrimination? This was the question answered by the Wisconsin Court of Appeals in its recent decision in Oconomowoc Area School District v. Cota.
United States/France | Passport Renewal Urged for 2024 Paris Olympics
Skip to main content February 16, 2024 Volume XIV, Number 47 Legal Analysis. Expertly Written. Quickly Found. Trending News United States/France | Passport Renewal Urged for 2024 Paris Olympics Print Mail Download i The U.S. State Department is urging U.S. citizens planning to travel to France for the 2024 Paris Olympic and Paralympic Games to check their passports and renew them as soon as possible if necessary. The Olympics will take place from July 26 to Aug.
EXPERT INSIGHTS-NLRB FISCAL YEAR 2023 DATA SHOWS UNFAIR LABOR PRACTICE CHARGES, ELECTIONS CONTINUE TO INCREASE
On October 13, 2023, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) released its case filing data for fiscal year (FY) 2023. For the Board, the fiscal year runs from October 1 through September 30. Quick Hits • NLRB FY 2023 case filing data shows union...
NLRB Fiscal Year 2023 Data Shows Unfair Labor Practice Charges, Elections Continue To Increase - Employee Rights/ Labour Relations - United States
Quick Hits NLRB FY 2023 case filing data shows union representation petitions for elections ticked up 3 percent over FY 2022—much less than the 53 percent spike from FY 2021 to FY 2022. ULP charges increased 10 percent from FY 2022 to FY 2023, compared to the 19 percent increase from FY 2021 to FY 2022. Due to recent Board decisions, employers may again begin to experience an uptick in ULP charges and election petitions.
NLRB Unfair Labor Practice Charges
On October 13, 2023, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) released its case filing data for fiscal year (FY) 2023. For the Board, the fiscal year runs from October 1 through September 30. Quick Hits NLRB FY 2023 case filing data shows union representation petitions for elections ticked up 3 percent over FY 2022—much less than the 53 percent spike from FY 2021 to FY 2022. ULP charges increased 10 percent from FY 2022 to FY 2023, compared to the 19 percent increase from FY 2021 to FY 2022.
Disclosure of Employee's COVID-19 Status Didn't Breach Privacy Law
The Wisconsin Court of Appeals recently held that verbal disclosure of an employee's COVID-19 status does not constitute a violation of Wisconsin healthcare record disclosure laws or a cause of action for invasion of privacy. The court's decision in Mosley v. Oakwood Lutheran Senior Ministries dismissed the employee's claims against her employer and addressed the importance of distinguishing what constitutes a breach of privacy during a public health crisis.
Verbal Disclosure of Employee’s COVID-19 Status Didn’t Breach Health Record Disclosure Law, Wisconsin Appeals Court Rules
On July 27, 2023, the Wisconsin Court of Appeals held in Mosley v. Oakwood Lutheran Senior Ministries that verbal disclosure of an employee’s COVID-19 status does not support a violation of Wisconsin healthcare record disclosure laws or a cause of action for invasion of privacy. The court’s decision dismissed the employee’s claims against her employer and addressed the importance of distinguishing what constitutes a breach of privacy during a public health crisis.
Formal Medical Diagnosis Not Required at Time of Wisconsin Fair Employment Act Accommodation Request, State Court Rules
In a decision providing guidance to employers facing requests for health-related accommodations, the Wisconsin Court of Appeals held in Wingra Redi-Mix Inc. v. Labor and Industry Review Commission that a formal diagnosis at the time of an employee’s request for accommodation is not required to raise the protections of the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act (WFEA).
Formal Medical Diagnosis Not Required at Time of Wisconsin Fair Employment Act Accommodation Request, State Court Rules
In a decision providing guidance to employers facing requests for health-related accommodations, the Wisconsin Court of Appeals held in Wingra Redi-Mix Inc. v. Labor and Industry Review Commission that a formal diagnosis at the time of an employee’s request for accommodation is not required to raise the protections of the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act (WFEA).
Formal Medical Diagnosis Not Required at Time of Wisconsin Fair Employment Act Accommodation Request, State Court Rules
In a decision providing guidance to employers facing requests for health-related accommodations, the Wisconsin Court of Appeals held in Wingra Redi-Mix Inc. v. Labor and Industry Review Commission that a formal diagnosis at the time of an employee’s request for accommodation is not required to raise the protections of the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act (WFEA).
EXPERT INSIGHTS-CHATBOTS IN THE WORKPLACE: USAGE POLICIES AND PRACTICAL CONSIDERATIONS RELATED TO ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
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Chatbots In The Workplace: Usage Policies And Practical Considerations Related To Artificial Intelligence
The increasing prevalence of artificial intelligence (AI) tools and, in particular, generative AI, is creating more reason for employers to adopt workplace policies that communicate to employees whether the use of these applications is appropriate and any commensurate limitations. Quick Hits Employers may want to develop and implement policies regarding the appropriateness and limitations of generative AI in the workplace.
Chatbots in the Workplace: Usage Policies and Practical Considerations Related to Artificial Intelligence
The increasing prevalence of artificial intelligence (AI) tools and, in particular, generative AI, is creating more reason for employers to adopt workplace policies that communicate to employees whether the use of these applications is appropriate and any commensurate limitations. Quick Hits Since the public release of ChatGPT on November 30, 2022, and a subsequent increase in attention following the upgrade to GPT-4 on March 14, 2023, generative AI has captured the public’s attention.
Chatbots in the Workplace: Usage Policies and Practical Considerations Related to Artificial Intelligence
The increasing prevalence of artificial intelligence (AI) tools and, in particular, generative AI, is creating more reason for employers to adopt workplace policies that communicate to employees whether the use of these applications is appropriate and any commensurate limitations. Quick Hits Employers may want to develop and implement policies regarding the appropriateness and limitations of generative AI in the workplace.
Chatbots in the Workplace: Usage Policies and Practical Considerations Related to Artificial Intelligence
The increasing prevalence of artificial intelligence (AI) tools and, in particular, generative AI, is creating more reason for employers to adopt workplace policies that communicate to employees whether the use of these applications is appropriate and any commensurate limitations. Quick Hits Employers may want to develop and implement policies regarding the appropriateness and limitations of generative AI in the workplace.
Chatbots in the Workplace: Usage Policies and Practical Considerations
Since the public release of ChatGPT on November 30, 2022, and a subsequent boon in attention following the upgrade to GPT-4 on March 14, 2023, generative artificial intelligence has captured individuals’ attention. Generative artificial intelligence refers to a type of artificial intelligence that is able to create content based on a user’s prompt by text.
EXPERT INSIGHTS-NLRB FOCUSES ON WHEN VIDEO CAMERAS CAN CREATE AN ‘UNLAWFUL IMPRESSION OF SURVEILLANCE’
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EXPERT INSIGHTS-NLRB CONTINUES TO EXPERIENCE INCREASE IN FILING ACTIVITY THROUGH FIRST HALF OF FY 2023
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EXPERT INSIGHTS—NLRB continues to experience increase in filing activity through first half of FY 2023
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NLRB Focuses on When Video Cameras Can Create an ‘Unlawful Impression of Surveillance’
In a decision relevant for employers utilizing video surveillance equipment in the workplace and those considering the installation of video cameras, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) concluded that an employer created an “unlawful impression of surveillance” by viewing camera footage of an employee, even though the employee was not engaged in protected concerted activity.
NLRB Focuses on When Video Cameras Can Create an ‘Unlawful Impression of Surveillance’ | JD Supra
In a decision relevant for employers utilizing video surveillance equipment in the workplace and those considering the installation of video cameras, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) concluded that an employer created an “unlawful impression of surveillance” by viewing camera footage of an employee, even though the employee was not engaged in protected concerted activity.
NLRB Focuses on When Video Cameras Can Create an ‘Unlawful Impression of Surveillance’
In a decision relevant for employers utilizing video surveillance equipment in the workplace and those considering the installation of video cameras, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) concluded that an employer created an “unlawful impression of surveillance” by viewing camera footage of an employee, even though the employee was not engaged in protected concerted activity.
NLRB Focuses on When Video Cameras Can Create an ‘Unlawful Impression of Surveillance’
In a decision relevant for employers utilizing video surveillance equipment in the workplace and those considering the installation of video cameras, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) concluded that an employer created an “unlawful impression of surveillance” by viewing camera footage of an employee, even though the employee was not engaged in protected concerted activity.
Chatbots Can Raise Unique Labor and Employment Law Risks
The launch of ChatGPT on November 30, 2022, ushered in an explosion of interest by businesses seeking to incorporate large language model artificial intelligence applications into the workplace. To capitalize on efficiencies that this technology presents, many employers have implemented or are considering the use of chatbots to serve human resource functions.
Chatbots Can Raise Unique Labor and Employment Law Risks
Cybersecurity and Privacy, Employment Law, Leaves of Absence, Technology, Unfair Competition and Trade Secrets Share this Insight The launch of ChatGPT on November 30, 2022, ushered in an explosion of interest by businesses seeking to incorporate large language model artificial intelligence applications into the workplace. To capitalize on efficiencies that this technology presents, many employers have implemented or are considering the use of chatbots to serve human resource functions.
Beeler, Steven v. International Brotherhood of Teamsters Local 695 et al
April 20, 2023 Filing 1 NOTICE OF REMOVAL from Rock County Circuit Court, case number 2023cv000322. ( Filing fee $ 402 receipt number AWIWDC-3231093), filed by International Brotherhood of Teamsters Local 695. (Attachments: #1 JS-44 Civil Cover Sheet, #2 State Court Filings) (McCoy, Kyle) Modified on 4/20/2023. (lak) April 20, 2023 Standard attachments for Judge William M. Conley: # NORTC, #Corporate Disclosure Statement. (lak) April 20, 2023 Case randomly assigned to District Judge William M.
NLRB Continues to Experience Increase in Filing Activity Through First Half of FY 2023 | JD Supra
On April 7, 2023, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) released its filing data through the first half of its fiscal year (FY) 2023 (October 1–March 31). Through the first six months of the fiscal year, filing activity continued to build on record increases that developed in FY 2022. Compared with the first half of FY 2022, the number of unfair labor practice charge filings jumped from 8,275 to 9,592, a nearly 16 percent increase.
NLRB Continues to Experience Increase in Filing Activity Through First Half of FY 2023
On April 7, 2023, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) released its filing data through the first half of its fiscal year (FY) 2023 (October 1–March 31). Through the first six months of the fiscal year, filing activity continued to build on record increases that developed in FY 2022. Compared with the first half of FY 2022, the number of unfair labor practice charge filings jumped from 8,275 to 9,592, a nearly 16 percent increase.
NLRB Continues to Experience Increase in Filing Activity Through First Half of FY 2023
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NLRB Continues to Experience Increase in Filing Activity Through First Half of FY 2023
Traditional Labor Relations Share this Insight On April 7, 2023, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) released its filing data through the first half of its fiscal year (FY) 2023 (October 1–March 31). Through the first six months of the fiscal year, filing activity continued to build on record increases that developed in FY 2022. Compared with the first half of FY 2022, the number of unfair labor practice charge filings jumped from 8,275 to 9,592, a nearly 16 percent increase.
Chatbots Can Raise Unique Labor and Employment Law Risks
The launch of ChatGPT on November 30, 2022, ushered in an explosion of interest by businesses to incorporate large language model artificial intelligence applications into the workplace. To capitalize on efficiencies that this technology presents, many employers have implemented or are considering the use of chatbots to serve human resource functions.
Lessons in Leave: 5 Potential Pitfalls Surrounding Sabbaticals
Employers are increasingly offering periods of leave as a benefit for employees to combat burnout and retain high-quality workers. Employees are also asking for leave more frequently. Supporting these trends, on January 17, 2023, AbsenceSoft released its “2023 Employee Leave of Absence Forecast Survey” of 600 corporate and human resource leaders to learn about the current state and future of leave management at their organizations.
Lessons in Leave: 5 Potential Pitfalls Surrounding Sabbaticals
Employers are increasingly offering periods of leave as a benefit for employees to combat burnout and retain high-quality workers. Employees are also asking for leave more frequently. Supporting these trends, on January 17, 2023, AbsenceSoft released its “2023 Employee Leave of Absence Forecast Survey” of 600 corporate and human resource leaders to learn about the current state and future of leave management at their organizations.
EEOC Hears Testimony Concerning Employment Discrimination in Artificial Intelligence and Automated Systems
On January 31, 2023, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) held a public hearing, titled, “Navigating Employment Discrimination in AI and Automated Systems: A New Civil Rights Frontier,” to receive panelist testimony concerning the use of automated systems, including artificial intelligence, by employers in employment decisions. The hearing convened with statements by the four EEOC commissioners—Chair Charlotte A. Burrows, Vice Chair Jocelyn Samuels, Commissioner Keith E.
EEOC Hears Testimony Concerning Employment Discrimination in Artificial Intelligence and Automated Systems | JD Supra
On January 31, 2023, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) held a public hearing, titled, “Navigating Employment Discrimination in AI and Automated Systems: A New Civil Rights Frontier,” to receive panelist testimony concerning the use of automated systems, including artificial intelligence, by employers in employment decisions. The hearing convened with statements by the four EEOC commissioners—Chair Charlotte A. Burrows, Vice Chair Jocelyn Samuels, Commissioner Keith E.
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