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OK at Work: Implications of the National Labor Relations Act

On this week’s episode of OK at Work, Russell Berger and Sarah Sawyer discuss the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA), which has much broader implications than non-unionized employers may realize. The NLRA and the decisions of the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) impact all employers and restrict  employers’ ability to discipline employees for some conduct they may view as harmful to the organization. Listen along to learn more.

 

ABOUT RUSSELL BERGER

rberger@offitkurman.com | 410.209.6449

As an accomplished labor and employment attorney and Practice Group Director, Mr. Berger provides business counsel to employers on employee matters and is well-versed in litigating in both state and federal courts. Russell Berger is the trusted legal counsel every business owner needs to feel confident in their decision-making and secure with their assets. As a Practice Group Director at Offit Kurman, Mr. Berger has direct experience with managing other managers, which he draws from in advising his clients. He is a pragmatic problem-solver that works efficiently and tirelessly to present his clients the best possible solutions to their most complicated issues. He represents employers, businesses, and professionals in employment disputes across the nation.

 

 

 

ABOUT SARAH SAWYER

Sarah.Sawyer@offitkurman.com | 410.209.6413

As an experienced business advisor and litigator, Sarah works with business owners to implement policies and practices that keep their businesses running smoothly, helps them avoid expensive legal battles, and fights for them when litigation arises. Sarah focuses her practice on providing her clients with general business advice, drafting and analyzing employment documents ranging from employment agreements and severance agreements to employee handbooks, and litigating all aspects of general civil and commercial disputes.

 

 

 

 

 

 

ABOUT OFFIT KURMAN

At Offit Kurman, we are our clients’ most trusted legal advisors, professionals who help maximize and protect business value and personal wealth. In every interaction, we focus on furthering our clients’ objectives and provide timely services and within budget, all while focusing on the clients’ interests and goals.

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