Recently, in Johnson v. NCAA, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit held that, depending upon the surrounding circumstances, student-athletes may qualify as employees under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). This...more
7/23/2024
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On February 5, the regional director for Region 1 of the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB or Board) ruled that the student-athletes on Dartmouth College’s men’s basketball team are “employees” under the National Labor...more
2/12/2024
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Q. I heard there have been some significant National Labor Relations Board decisions recently. What do I need to know about them? ...more
10/18/2019
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Q: How does the current National Labor Relations Board view employee handbook policies?
A: Under the Trump administration, the National Labor Relations Board (“Board”) has shifted in a more employer-friendly direction,...more