Keith S. Olsen

New York has entered the world of mandating access to personnel records.  Governor Kathy Hochul signed new legislation that grants employees and former employees a statutory right to inspect, copy, and dispute the contents of their personnel files. Senate Bill S3460 creates Section 210-b of the New York Labor Law—a comprehensive personnel-records-access framework that imposes significant new obligations on employers across the state.… Continue Reading

NLRB Composition Shifts With Macy’s Arrival

On August 17, 2026, James R. Macy was sworn in as the newest member of the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) after Senate confirmation on August 7. With Chairman James R. Murphy and Member Scott A. Mayer, Macy gives Republicans a 3–1 majority among the four sitting members; David M.… Continue Reading