The National Labor Relations Board’s top lawyer unexpectedly criticized the agency’s proposal for determining when multiple companies should share joint liability for labor law violations.
The proposal for a “joint employer” liability standard isn’t specific or demanding enough and would improperly force certain companies to bargain with unions, NLRB General Counsel
Robb’s criticisms could push the board to pursue a joint employer rule that is even more favorable to businesses than its current plan. The current proposal would categorize a company as a joint employer if it has “direct and immediate” control ...