legislative issues

EFCA Not Likely to Pass Anytime Soon, WSJ Reports

Daniel Schwartz
January 07, 2009 18:53

The Wall St. Journal is reporting this morning that the Employee Free Choice Act bill is not likely to be among the pieces of legislation to be considered in the new administration's first 100 days: Unions likely won't see action soon on legislation that would make it easier to organize workers,...

Is This The Year for a Transgender Anti-Discrimination Bill in Connecticut...Or Will Budget Deficit Dominate Debate?

Daniel Schwartz
January 06, 2009 18:10

This is shaping up to be an interesting year for the Connecticut General Assembly.  The budget forecasts are projecting massive deficits.  As a result, I would not be surprised to see the budget debates dominating the agenda of the Connecticut legislature. Nevertheless, other bills will...

Ready, Set, Go! Employment Laws On Fast Track in Congress

Daniel Schwartz
January 06, 2009 13:10

One of the more interesting television shows out there now is the Emmy award-winning  "The Amazing Race". At the start of the show, the host shouts, "Ready, Set, Go!" and off the contestants go on a race around the world places as yet unknown. That, in essence, is...

The Virginia CIC Board Complaint Procedure

Mike Inman
December 18, 2008 13:54

QUESTION: The complaints/Ombudsman procedure seems to be flawed from its inception - its decision is non-binding - so what is the point? Even if they decide in favor of the complainant, its non-binding, and there is no other remedy, except...QUESTION:   The complaints/Ombudsman procedure seems...

The Virginia CIC Board Complaint Procedure

Mike Inman
December 18, 2008 13:49

QUESTION:   The complaints/Ombudsman procedure seems to be flawed from its inception - its decision is non-binding - so what is the point?  Even if they decide in favor of the complainant, its non-binding, and there is no other remedy, except perhaps a civil suit. This SHOULD have been a...