worker rights
“Ramp up our pay,” demand Seattle baggage handlers
January 20, 2016It's about fairness as much as the money, a baggage handler says; "I have to follow the law, why shouldn't they?"
Read moreNLRB rejects McDonalds’ request to treat joint employer cases separately
January 14, 2016The NLRB's general counsel presents evidence in one big case about the joint responsibility of McDonald's and its local franchises to obey labor law.
Read moreMayor De Blasio helps celebrate NY Fight For 15 victory
January 13, 2016Mayor de Blasio and the city council have called for $15 in NYC wage but the Republican-led state senate has blocked the desired increase.
Read morePotato chip boss to workers: “Screw you and your f**king union”
January 8, 2016Supporters of the striking workers are being asked not to buy Covered Bridge chips until the company returns to negotiations.
Read moreAttorney: high court ruling could hurt all workers, union and non-union
January 7, 2016A potential negative ruling in a pending U.S. Supreme Court case involving public workers and their unions could hurt all workers nationwide.
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