Author: Michael VanDervort

Trojan Horse Coming Soon: OSHA’s New “Walkaround” Rule

Posted by Michael VanDervort | Feb 27, 2024 | DOL, Labor Relations Ink, Labor Relations Insight, Leadership, Legal, OSHA, Union Organizing

Picture this: a parade of union reps or attorneys, each with their own agenda, roaming your site as observers and active participants in the inspection process.

Sticky Fingers and Bad Actors: Union Misconduct in 2024

Posted by Michael VanDervort | Feb 20, 2024 | Corruption, Courts, DOL, IBT, Labor Relations Ink, Labor Relations Insight, Leadership, Legal, Union Leaders, Unions

It’s been more than a minute since we did any kind of an update about union corruption and misconduct by labor union officials, so let’s jump right in with a look at what has been going on in 2024.

Michigan Waves Goodbye to Right-to-Work

Posted by Michael VanDervort | Feb 13, 2024 | Labor Relations Ink, Legal, States

It isn’t just another day in Michigan; it’s the day the state of Michigan decided to take a bold step back in time, repealing its right-to-work law, which takes effect today.

Amazon’s Stance on Labor Law Reporting: Navigating Legal and Regulatory Changes

Posted by Michael VanDervort | Feb 7, 2024 | Courts, DOL, Federal, Labor Relations Ink, Labor Relations Insight, Legal

In a significant legal move, Amazon has challenged the Department of Labor’s (DOL) interpretation of the Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act (LMRDA), specifically regarding “persuader” reports.