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In Nevada, like anywhere else, employment plays a main role in people’s lives. Employment is a vital part of society and Nevada labor laws equalize the bargaining power between employer and employees in order to maintain a balance and satisfying environment for society.

Union affiliation of employed wage and s

Beginning in January 2003, data reflect revised population controls used in the household survey. Data refer to the sole or principal job of full- and part-time workers exluded are all self-employed workers regardless of whether in Nevada
Total Employed 2003. 943
Total Members of unions 136
Percent of Employed 14.4
Total Employed Represented by Unions 149
Persent Total Employed 2004 15.8
Total Employed 2004. 1,006
Total Members of unions 126
Percent of Employed 12.5
Total Employed Represented by Unions 144
Persent of Total Employed 2004 14.3

Source: U.S.Bureau of Labor Statistics

Labor laws in Nevada primarily regulate the relationship between employers and unions and grant employees the rights to engage in certain activities, such as strikes, to have their demands fulfilled. Nevada workers rely on labor laws to rectify unfair employment practices. Our Nevada labor law lawyers have dealt with various cases protecting each worker's and employer’s rights in order to maintain a fair relationship between both parties.

Our Nevada labor law lawyers specialize in all aspects of labor law and possess solid knowledge concerning:

  • Arbitration / grievances / mediation
  • Business immigration
  • Collective bargaining
  • Discrimination law
  • Employment agreements
  • Employment class action defense
  • Employment counseling
  • Employment litigation
  • Fair Labor Standards Act
  • Labor relations
  • Occupational safety & health
  • OFCCP
  • Strike support
  • Supervisor training
  • Workplace security
  • Wrongful discharge

Maintaining an equal and fair employee/employer relationship should be in everybody’s interest. If you have any questions, or if you are concerned that one of your rights as a Nevada worker or employer has been violated, contact one of our Nevada labor law lawyers immediately.

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Nevada Audio


Labor Dept. Expands Overtime Laws

AUDIO, RM, 44Kbps, 4:09, 4/20/2004


The Bush administration releases new rules governing which employees have the right to receive overtime pay. While not as far-reaching as some lawmakers had desired, the central revision raises the threshold for overtime from workers earning $65,000 to those making $100,000.
Source: NPR



News

News about Labor Law cases in Nevada and nationwide:

EEOC Examines Job Bias Laws

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) examined perspectives on work/family balance and the intersection with the federal anti-dis... Read more >

U.S. Labor Secretary Announces Grant to Aid Dislocated Workers in Massachusetts

WASHINGTON — U.S. Secretary of Labor Elaine L. Chao recently issued a grant of $2,281,237, with an initial increment of $1,110,464, to assist appro... Read more >

U.S. Labor Secretary Announces $1 Million Grant to Aid Dislocated Workers in Connecticut

WASHINGTON — U.S. Secretary of Labor Elaine L. Chao today announced a grant of $1 million, with an initial release of $550,167, to assist approxima... Read more >

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Employment Topics

  • Collective Bargaining
  • Discrimination law
  • Employment Agreements
  • Employment Litigation
  • Fair Labor Standards Act
  • Labor relations
  • Mediation
  • Occupational safety & health
  • OFCCP
  • Strike Support
  • Wrongful Discharge

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Employment Terms

Unfair labor practice strike

Employees who take part in an unfair labor practice strike retain their status as employees. Once the NLRB determines an employer's actions to be an unfair labor practice, employees are entitled to have their old jobs back, even if their employer has hire

Completeness of Investigation

An employee should only be terminated if his/her guilt was proven beyond reasonable doubt. If an employee has been accused, the proof can not rest on assumptions only.

Laissez-faire

French phrase meaning "leave alone." In economics and politics, a doctrine that the economic system functions best when there is no interference by government.

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