Do You Now Have to Tolerate Profane or Abusive Outbursts by Employees at Work?

Most people detest conflict in the workplace. And when it culminates or manifests via an employee outburst, it can drain morale and even lead to legal headaches. These situations often result in employee discipline, but a recent decision from the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) may throw a legal wrinkle into how employers – both union and non-union – should approach these issues from a disciplinary perspective.