Workplace Developments to Expect Under a Trump Presidency

On January 20, Donald Trump will take the Oath of Office and officially become the 45th President of the United States. Because of the multitude of contrasting views from the current presidency, Americans can likely expect changes in many aspects of the law, including the issues surrounding the workplace.

What exactly will the workplace look like under a Trump administration?

It’s hard to say at this point, but here’s what we expect from what we know so far on employment leave, labor relations and reporting requirements.

Employment LeavePresident-elect Trump did not provide specifics on his views of employment leave, but did express a slight agreement with Hillary Clinton’s views on the matter. Clinton wanted to expand the Family and Medical Leave Act, adding more time off and incorporating an acquired paid sick day strategy. Trump expressed interest in specifically working to promise up to six paid weeks of maternity leave.

Labor RelationsThe National Labor Relations Board…