Labor
“Thank God for the union”: Labor leads on community aid
January 14, 2011With the increased attacks on unions from the right wing, it's more important than ever to note just how much organized labor does for the community.
Read moreInternet organizing brings on the ground victory
January 12, 2011Laptops might forever replace leaflets as the way people get the word out when they want to form unions at their workplaces.
Read moreNLRB gives strong backing to majority sign-up
January 12, 2011By a 2-1 vote, the National Labor Relations Board has given strong written support to the use of "majority sign-up" for union recognition.
Read moreErgonomics not on the list of five new safety rules
January 12, 2011The Occupational Safety and Health Administration will roll out five new rules this year designed to protect workers on the job - but a rule to curb ergonomic injuries will not be one of them.
Read moreWorker receives mixed verdict in court battle
January 12, 2011What happens if a city trains a police officer on condition she stays five years on the job, but she resigns after two years?
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