Tag: Labor Rights
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Albuquerque Seafood Restaurants Fined for Tip Withholding
The U.S. Department of Labor has taken action against two Albuquerque seafood restaurants, recovering $253,000 for workers who were subject to illegal withholding of tips and wages. Federal Law Violations Uncovered The Crackin’ Crab establishments located on Pan American Freeway NE and Louisiana Boulevard NE were found to be in violation of federal law by…
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Culinary Union Rejects Virgin Hotel’s Final Offer
Suspect Arrested in Connection to Deadly Shooting in Las Vegas Las Vegas, Nevada – The Culinary Union has declined Virgin Hotel’s latest proposal, as announced by Union Leaders on Thursday. Despite the offer including wage increases, Secretary-Treasurer for the union Ted Pappageorge criticized it as woefully inadequate. Union’s Response Pappageorge emphasized the extensive efforts made…
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California Supreme Court to Hear Prop. 22 Case
SAN FRANCISCO – The California Supreme Court is set to examine the fate of the state’s gig economy as it hears arguments on Proposition 22, a case poised to shape the future of labor classification. Rally for Gig Workers’ Rights Rideshare and delivery drivers are gearing up for a rally outside the California Supreme Court…
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REI Workers Strike During Anniversary Sale in Chicago
In a dramatic turn of events, employees of REI Union Chicago staged a walkout during the retailer’s Anniversary Sale, citing grievances over stalled contract negotiations and poor working conditions. The protest, which took place on Saturday morning, drew a crowd of union members, elected officials, and community leaders from the Chicago area. Grievances and Demands…
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Workers Strike at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas
Hundreds Rally for Fair Wages and Contracts Las Vegas, Nevada – In a bold move, hundreds of workers at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas initiated a strike on Friday morning, demanding fair contracts. The demonstration, led by members of Culinary Union Local 226, saw employees chanting for equitable treatment as negotiations with the hotel management lingered…
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Workers Strike at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas
In a decisive move, hundreds of workers at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas initiated a strike on Friday morning, amplifying their call for a new contract. The demonstration, led by members of Culinary Union Local 226, unfolded with vigor as employees voiced their demands for equitable treatment. Chanting for Fair Wages and Contracts Amid the pre-dawn…
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Union Strike at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS, Nev. – Hundreds of workers at Virgin Hotels Las Vegas commenced a strike Friday morning, demanding a new contract. Workers Stand United Dozens of Culinary Union Local 226 members rallied before dawn, advocating for fair wages and improved working conditions. The strike follows recent contract settlements at other Las Vegas resorts, leaving Virgin…
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Corewell Health Nurses Seek Unionization Amid Budget Concerns
In a bid to address concerns over budget cuts and working conditions, nurses from eight Corewell Health campuses in Metro Detroit are making strides towards unionization, aiming to join the Teamsters union. Nurses Rally for Change Led by Lisa Vergos, a retired nurse, the movement gains momentum with an official teamster rally advocating for the…
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Greensboro City Council Meeting Highlights Worker Demands
A recent Greensboro City Council meeting saw a significant turnout as workers rallied for better pay and benefits, particularly emphasizing the plight of those responsible for essential services like waste management and water supply. Worker Struggles Amid Calls for Wage Increase The group, represented by individuals like Christopher Yancey from Greensboro Water Resources, expressed their…
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Virginia Beach City Council Rejects Collective Bargaining Request
Last week, Virginia Beach City Council denied a request for collective bargaining rights for city workers, sparking ongoing discussions on the matter. Mayor Bobby Dyer’s Proposal for Public Input Mayor Bobby Dyer, a dissenting voice in the collective bargaining decision, proposes an advisory referendum in November to gather citizen feedback. He aims to gauge public…
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Trader Joe’s Settles Dispute with Louisville Store Employees Over Union Activity
Louisville, Ky. – Trader Joe’s has reached a settlement with its Louisville store employees following allegations of improper interference in union activities. Despite this agreement, the company continues to contest the outcome of a unionization vote held in January 2023. Settlement Terms The agreement, approved by the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB)’s regional office in…
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U.S. Supreme Court to Hear Case on Starbucks Unionization
The U.S. Supreme Court is set to delve into a case concerning Starbucks workers and their push for unionization, a development that has garnered nationwide attention. Starbucks Workers’ Unionization Efforts Workers from over 400 Starbucks stores, including approximately 20 in the Portland metro area, have taken steps to unionize, as reported by the Workers United…
