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Labor/Employment

Mar. 30, 2016

DOL just issued a controversial 'persuader activity' rule

On March 24, the Department of Labor issued a final rule that will require employers to file public reports with the DOL when they use consultants (including lawyers) to provide labor relations advice. By Michael Lotito and Michael Pedhirney

Michael J. Lotito

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Littler Mendelson PC

Michael is co-chair of Littler Mendelson PC's Workplace Policy Institute in San Francisco and Washington, advises clients and policymakers in all aspects of traditional labor relations, including matters arising under the National Labor Relations Act.

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By Michael Lotito and Michael Pedhirney

On March 24, the Department of Labor issued a final rule that will require employers to file public reports with the DOL when they use consultants (including lawyers) to provide labor relations advice and services that have the purpose of persuading employees regarding union organizing or collective bargaining. The consultants will also be required to file similar reports containing the details of advice a...

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