Dues Checkoff Clear In Revocation Requirements, Says NLRB (By Default)

The looming presidential election seems to have slowed the NLRB down, despite the fact the Board is currently at a full complement of five members.  As of July 24, it will be down to four, as Member Flynn's resignation will become effective at that time. 

The Board cases being decided these days largely involve mundane matters, which for many is a relief. One case issued this past week stuck out even though it too did not involve a novel legal issue or a change in precedent.  It is interesting because it provides yet another small insight into the priorities of the agency.

Smith's Food & Drug Centers, Inc., 358 NLRB No. 66 (July 10, 2012).pdf involved the issue of a dues checkoff authorization, which is the mechanism by which unions are able to collect dues more efficiently.  A signed checkoff authorization form permits the employer to deduct dues directly from the pay of bargaining unit members and then send one check right to the union each month.  What a