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What is the National Labor Relations Act?

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Congress passed the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) in 1935. This Act remains the most foundational piece of legislation for protecting the labor rights of private-sector employees. A long history of court decisions has strengthened this law to ensure workers' rights are preserved across industries.

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The NLRA dictates the labor interactions between employers, employees, and unions. Importantly, it safeguards employees from undue influence or treatment from their employers. 

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Retaliation based on the exercise of workplace rights is illegal, so it is vital that you are familiar with the rights described in Section 7 of the NLRA and able to recognize violations.

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The National Labor Relations Act protects you from an employer interfering with your freedom of speech at work. Here’s how!