Carrie Hoffman Comments on Labor & Employment Issues in the Airline Industry

Foley & Lardner LLP partner Carrie Hoffman shared insight on unique labor and employment issues facing the airline industry in the Law360 article, “4 Wage Issues Facing Airline Crews To Watch.”

Hoffman, chair of Foley’s Labor & Employment Practice, highlighted how uncertainty around clock-in time and shifting jurisdictions can complicate the tracking of hours for flight personnel.

“Today they’re in California, but tomorrow they’re in Cleveland, Ohio,” she explained.

Hoffman also touched on evolving guidance around in-flight pumping. “The role of flight attendants is about safety, and so they’re going to need more guidance as to how flight attendants are going to be able to pump and still make sure they’re adhering to safety guidelines,” Hoffman explained.

“In an office setting, even in a warehouse setting, you can find a room to do it,” Hoffman added. “It’s a much harder thing to do in an enclosed space like a plane.”

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