On January 5, 2026, Administrative Law Judge Andrew S. Gollin issued a decision finding that Hoffmann Brothers Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc., d/b/a Hoffmann Brothers (the Respondent) engaged in unfair labor practices. The decision was transferred to the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) for further consideration. No exceptions to the Administrative Law Judge's findings were filed by any party, and the period for filing such exceptions expired. Consequently, the Board adopted the findings and conclusions of the Administrative Law Judge. The Board ordered Hoffmann Brothers to take specific actions to remedy the identified unfair labor practices, as detailed in the Administrative Law Judge's recommended order.

Significant Cases Cited

• NLRB v. Seven-Up Bottling Co. of Miami, Inc., 344 U.S. 337 (1953): This case established that the NLRB can adopt an administrative law judge's findings and recommendations if no exceptions are filed.
• Regal Wings Development, LLC, 371 NLRB No. 21 (2021): This case involved an employer's unlawful refusal to bargain with a union after a representation election, highlighting the importance of upholding the integrity of the collective bargaining process.
• Aspen Creek Electric, Inc., 369 NLRB No. 160 (2020): This decision addressed employer interference with employee organizing activities, emphasizing the protection of employees' Section 7 rights.
• Clearwater Paper Corp., 368 NLRB No. 35 (2019): This case dealt with an employer's unlawful unilateral changes to terms and conditions of employment, underscoring the duty to bargain over such matters.
• M.R. Industries, Inc., 366 NLRB No. 105 (2018): This decision concerned an employer's discriminatory discharge of an employee for engaging in protected concerted activity, reinforcing the prohibition against retaliating against union supporters.

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