NLRB Watch – Old Rule Reinstated

In its first ruling since the last Obama-appointed NLRB Member left her seat, the now 3-member NLRB has reinstated the old rule that more readily defers to an arbitrator’s decision regarding unfair labor practice claims.  Employers should take note that this indicates a major shift by the Board in favor of arbitral deferral not seen since 2014.  This also might …