Say What?

No, you cannot force your employees to only speak in English. Sure, if they need to talk to customers, or if they need to convey important safety-related information between each other, you can absolutely require that those discussions be conducted in English. But while passing time in the break room? No, you cannot force employeesContinue reading Say What?

Dreamers, Nightmares, I-9 Forms, DACA and ICE

Like a good horror movie, complying with US immigration laws can seem like a nightmare. in The  Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (“IRCA”) requires every employer to verify the eligibility of most of its workers. The “most” part might be startling to you? Yes, most and not all. If you have someone on your payrollContinue reading Dreamers, Nightmares, I-9 Forms, DACA and ICE

National May Day – is it a strike, or a swing and a miss?

Perhaps you’ve heard that “May Day” 2017 is shaping up to be one of the most heavily participated labor events in recent memory. Before it happens, then, you need to know what is and is not considered “protected concerted activity” under the National Labor Relations Act (“NLRA”). First and foremost – you do not needContinue reading National May Day – is it a strike, or a swing and a miss?

Local company “boo yeah” shout out

did you see the press about “Detroit’s Gas Station TV and Verifone Announce Joint Venture“? They are local here. You, too, can think big and grow big, you just need courage and the right talent in your corner. When you get Citadel Legal in your corner, you have the right talent.