worker rights
Sub-minimum wage Internet employer loses round one in federal court
September 19, 2013Some Internet companies misclassify their workers as "independent contractors," thereby paying them far less than the federal minimum wage.
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People’s World editor elected VP of labor journalist group
September 18, 2013"Wojcik brings to the board years of dedication and experience as a labor journalist committed to the goals of our organization."
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Young people stand up for respect in workplace
September 17, 2013This story is also about my sister's struggle in her workplace with a management team, who because of the environment capitalism creates pushing some to climb the corporate ladder, lose their humanity in the process.
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Indiana court tosses state’s right-to-work law
September 16, 2013An Indiana circuit court judge has tossed out the state's "right to work" law, agreeing with the Operating Engineers that it violates the state's constitution.
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Salt of the Earth Labor College celebrates 20th anniversary
September 13, 2013TUCSON, Ariz. - When activists here launched Salt of the Earth Labor College in 1993 they didn't know exactly what to expect.
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