Since the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) enacted its new rules in April 2015, union elections have been organized 38 percent faster than in previous years, according to a study conducted by the management law firm Fisher Phillips. On average, workers wait 24 days for an election compared to 39 days in previous years. Union elections held in less than 2 weeks are also becoming more common, up from 6 elections to 62 in the past year.
Although supporters of the rule say it prevents intimidation of employees, business groups have dubbed it the “ambush” election rule as it does not give managers enough time to speak with their employees.
Read more about this study here.
