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The Do’s and Don’ts of Working With Unionized Employees

The Do’s and Don’ts of Working With Unionized Employees

by Stephen Koppekin | Feb 16, 2017 | Organized Labor, Stephen Koppekin, Workplace Policies

If you’re a human resources manager, you might be nervous if the term “union” is being used in your workplace. Rest assured, unions are not a bad thing. In fact, their purpose is to advance the interests of its members, meaning your valued employees, with respect to...
Philadelphia City Council Bans Employers from Inquiring About Prior Pay

Philadelphia City Council Bans Employers from Inquiring About Prior Pay

by Stephen Koppekin | Feb 8, 2017 | Consulting, Workplace Policies

Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney signed into law on Monday, January 23, 2017 a bill that would make it an unlawful employment practice for employers to ask job applicants about prior pay. This came after the Philadelphia City Council unanimously passed an ordinance, a...
The History of Labor Day in the United States

The History of Labor Day in the United States

by Stephen Koppekin | Feb 1, 2017 | Organized Labor

For most Americans today, Labor Day signifies the unofficial end to the summer season, the start of a new school year, and a day off from work to squeeze in that last beach day barbecue. But to the labor movement in the late 19th century, this was a crucial day that...
Unions Come in All Shapes and Sizes: From the NFL to Screen Actor’s Guild and More

Unions Come in All Shapes and Sizes: From the NFL to Screen Actor’s Guild and More

by Stephen Koppekin | Jan 31, 2017 | Organized Labor

No matter the profession, unions are an integral part of the American workforce. Many professions have them, ranging from the star-studded NFL to the everyday steelworker in the industrial sector. Here is a peek into five prominent labor unions around the country to...
What Labor Conditions Were Like Before The FLSA

What Labor Conditions Were Like Before The FLSA

by Stephen Koppekin | Jan 24, 2017 | Business, History of Labor Laws, Labor Laws, Organized Labor

Stephen Koppekin has specialized in resolving and negotiating employment issues for over forty years, using his vast knowledge of comparative economics, law, and dispute resolution to support him. Stephen enjoys writing about the latest labor topics on his websites....
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Stephen Koppekin is the founder and CEO of Koppekin Consulting, Inc. An experienced former executive who spent decades overseeing industrial relations and workplace safety for major businesses in the entertainment industry, Stephen started his own independent consulting business shortly after retiring. He uses 43 years of experience in labor and employment, during which time he worked at two major entertainment corporations and in government agency National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), to support a diverse client set.

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