Recent NLRB Memo Identifies “Hot Topic” Cases for 2012

The NLRB recently circulated a memorandum asking all Regional Directors, Officers-in-Charge and Residential Officers to begin tracking what the Agency has defined as “Hot Topic” Cases. The categories include:

- Cessation of Dues Check-Off;

- Information Requests for Financial Records;

- Post Arbitration Deferral;

- Social Media; and

- Use of Employer e-Mail.

The memorandum provides insight into the types of issues likely to grab the NLRB’s attention in 2012. The memorandum can be accessed here.