In their latest client alert, Gardere’s global supply network team discusses the National Labor Relations Board’s Hy-Brand decision, which reverses their stance on joint employment set forth in the 2015 Browning-Ferris ruling.
While this development is certainly relevant to franchisors, we also want to take this opportunity to share the information with our clients, colleagues and friends who are interested in broader labor and employment issues.
To learn more about the ruling and its implications, please read the entire alert here.
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