National Labor Relations Act (NLRA): Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn about your rights to discuss wages and working conditions with colleagues under the National Labor Relations Act.
The National Labor Relations Act is a federal law that protects the rights of employees to act together to improve their working conditions.
Who it's for
This protection applies to most employees working in the private sector.
What you get
You have the right to engage in "concerted activity." This means you and your coworkers can discuss your wages, benefits, and general working conditions together to seek improvements.
What it costs you
To maintain these protections, you must follow specific rules regarding how you interact with your employer during unionization efforts. You must adhere to non-interference policies to ensure the process remains lawful.
The catch to know
Be careful with workplace rules regarding the internet. If a company has social media policies that are written too broadly, they may accidentally violate your rights under this law.
How to apply
- Review your company's specific policies regarding workplace discussions.
- Identify if your workplace issue involves collective action with other employees.
- Visit the official portal to learn more about your specific protections.