In just two cases, Stericycle, Inc. and Cemex Construction Materials Pacific, LLC, the National Labor Relations Board has made it possible for an employer’s maintenance of an “overbroad” handbook policy to result in the establishment of a union without an election. While that statement may seem like hyperbole, it is not.  The cases, particularly Cemex, […]

No one likes summer homework, but due to passage of several recent pieces of legislation, employers should consider giving their employee handbooks a summer refresh.  Here’s a rundown of four new laws that could merit updates: The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act: The PWFA, which went into effect June 27, requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations […]

5 Minute Message Video Series In this 5 Minute Message, Kevin Sutton reflects on the end of the 2022-2023 school year and encourages school administrators to take a look at handbooks, student codes, extracurricular codes, policies and administrative regulations over the summer break to make updates and prepare for the upcoming school year. As noted […]

Just in time for Valentine’s Day, Miller Johnson attorneys Rebecca Strauss and Sandy Andre discuss office romances and the related policies companies should consider. You can also listen to this and future episodes by subscribing to the “Lawyers Off the Clock” podcast on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Podcasts

An employee handbook is not going to stop workplace violence. But Miller Johnson attorneys Sarah Willey and Rebecca Strauss outline how the process of creating policies can better prepare a company for handling situations. You can also listen to this and future episodes by subscribing to “The Lawyers Off the Clock” podcast on: Apple Podcasts […]

Miller Johnson attorneys Sarah Willey and Rebecca Strauss discuss handbook policies that deserve your attention in 2022. You can also listen to this and future episodes by subscribing to “The Lawyers Off the Clock” podcast on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Podcasts