FAQ on LaborLab's Report on Employer's Hiring Anti-Union Persuaders

What is the main topic of LaborLab’s recent publication?

The main topic is the disclosure of recent filings with the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Labor-Management Standards (OLMS) regarding employers hiring outside consultants to influence employees about their union rights.

Why is this publication significant?

It highlights a pattern of companies employing ‘persuader’ services to influence unionization efforts, with some cases violating the Labor-Management Reporting and Disclosure Act (LMRDA) by filing disclosures after NLRB election results.

How do employers engage with anti-union persuaders?

Employers engage outside consultants through agreements, as disclosed in Forms LM-20, to provide services aimed at influencing employees’ decisions regarding unionization.

Who are some of the companies mentioned in the report?

The report mentions The Tustin Group, American Rock Products, Alro Steel Corporation, and Medix Ambulance Service as companies that engaged persuader services.

When were these persuader agreements made?

Agreements were made on various dates, including June 17, 2025, for The Tustin Group, June 6, 2025, for American Rock Products, April 28, 2025, for Alro Steel Corporation, and July 1, 2025, for Medix Ambulance Service.

Where are these companies located?

The companies are located in Fairfield, NJ; Yakima, WA; Jackson, MI; and Hillsboro, OR.

What are the implications of these findings?

The findings suggest a continued use of persuader services by employers to influence unionization efforts, with some instances of non-compliance with the LMRDA, raising concerns about transparency and fairness in labor relations.

How does this compare to previous reports on anti-union persuaders?

The content does not provide a direct comparison to previous reports, but it continues to reveal a pattern of companies employing persuader services, indicating ongoing practices in labor relations.

What should readers know about the LMRDA violations mentioned?

Readers should know that some companies filed their LM-20 forms after NLRB election results were announced, which is a clear violation of the LMRDA’s requirement for timely disclosure of persuader agreements.

Who can be contacted for more information on this report?

For more information, readers can refer to the LaborLab website or the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Labor-Management Standards (OLMS).