NLRB Adopts Expanded Joint-Employer Rule
November 2, 2023
On October 27, 2023, the National Labor Relations Board (“NLRB”) published a final rule adopting a new standard for determining joint-employer status. This new rule replaces a prior rule issued by the NLRB in 2020. Notably, the final rule replaces the prior “substantial direct and immediate control” standard with an analysis of whether the putative joint employer has the...
Puerto Rico Enacts New Workplace Protections for Athlete Mothers
October 30, 2023
On October 4, 2023, Governor Pedro R. Pierluisi signed into law the Puerto Rico Athlete Mothers Protection Act (Act No. 117-2023) to protect the rights of female athletes who are mothers as well. Act No. 117-2023 is set to go into effect on December 4, 2023.
The following is an overview of the key provisions in Act No. 117-2023:
The law prohibits sports federations,...