The Overlap of the National Labor Relations Act, Title VII, and other Employment Laws: What Every HR Professional Should Know
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The NLRB has broadened the scope of the NLRA's protection of conduct that may otherwise violate Title VII and similar state statutes and has also entered memorandums of understanding with various agencies, increasing inter-agency scrutiny. Unfair labor practice charges may accompany charges and/or complaints to other federal and state agencies. Whether you are managing a union or non-union workforce, you will identify hot spots between the NLRA and different Employment Laws.
Learning Objectives:
- Identifying common issues under the NLRA, Title VII and other employment laws and the overlap between them.
- Best practices to employ for managing workplace issues that implicate the NLRA, Title VII and other employment laws.
- Gain an understanding of an unfair labor practice charge, including the criteria for who can file and effective strategies for responding to the NLRB when such a charge is filed.
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Raeann Burgo
Raeann Burgo is a labor and employment attorney at Fisher Phillips, Pittsburg. Raeann adeptly advocates for employers across diverse industries, skillfully managing various aspects of litigation, NLRB representation, collective bargaining, and labor arbitration. She provides guidance on workplace policies and investigations, defends charges before administrative agencies, and crafts comprehensive handbooks. Additionally, Raeann plays a pivotal role in devising preventative strategies through comprehensive training initiatives and risk assessments, both before and after legal proceedings. Raeann’s extensive range of experience equips clients with strategies to navigate the intricate and complex landscape between the NLRA, Title VII and other employment laws with adeptness.
Alba Aviles
Alba Aviles serves as a labor and employment attorney at Fisher Phillips, New Jersey. With a solid foundation, she has successfully represented management in traditional labor and employment litigation. Alba offers insightful counsel, guiding clients through the intricate intersection of the NLRA, Title VII, and other relevant employment laws. Additionally, she specializes in a broad spectrum of employment matters, including the meticulous drafting and updating of corporate policies, procedures, and handbooks to ensure compliance. She conducts bilingual workplace trainings and investigations in Spanish, equipping clients with comprehensive strategies to navigate the complexities of labor and employment law effectively.