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California
fromMerced Sun-Star
3 days ago

Is this CA agency violating a contract by calling state workers back to the office?

California Public Utilities Commission plans to return employees to office two days a week, causing employee frustration and confusion.
#workplace-culture
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago
Travel

People Are Sharing The Moment They Knew It Was Time To Leave Their Toxic Jobs, And It's RELATABLE

fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago
Travel

People Are Sharing The Moment They Knew It Was Time To Leave Their Toxic Jobs, And It's RELATABLE

fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Brewdog to close 10 pubs across UK, some 'within days'

A spokesperson for Brewdog said the "difficult decision" had been taken as a result of "ongoing industry challenges" including "rising costs, increased regulation, and economic pressures."
Beer
#germany
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

Billionaire allegedly told Bohemian Grove staff to clean his underwear by hand

Three employees of Bohemian Grove sued for violating California labor laws, claiming they worked near 100 hours weekly but were told to record only 40. Allegations include a lack of meal breaks and minimum wage violations.
US politics
#remote-work
Remote teams
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

It's OK to work from home to supervise gardeners, employment tribunal rules

Working from home can be acceptable under certain circumstances, even during important meetings, as evidenced by a recent tribunal case.
Remote teams
fromMendte in the Morning
1 month ago

How To Navigate Your Boss Forcing You Back Into The Office | 710 WOR | Mendte in the Morning

Employers are shifting back to in-office work, challenging remote worker agreements established during the pandemic.
Remote teams
fromCity AM
1 month ago

Repeat after me: Working from home is NOT an ideology

Working from home has evolved into a cultural expectation rather than a practical measure, complicating workplace dynamics.
#workplace-issues
Relationships
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

The New Hire Makes More Than Me. But I Have More Responsibility and Experience!

Advocate for fair compensation by discussing responsibilities and salary with your manager.
Business
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Staff at Shanahan's on the Green were owed nearly 35k when it shut abruptly last year, tribunal finds

Former employees of Shanahan's on the Green reported unpaid wages and tips after the restaurant's abrupt closure.
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

'A sham redundancy carried out in a ruthless and dishonest manner' - WRC finds in favour of Dave Henderson as Bohemians apologise

Bohemians were ordered to compensate former employee Dave Henderson €26,000 for unfair dismissal, after strong criticism from the Workplace Relations Commission.
fromThe Local Germany
3 weeks ago

Can I be paid in Germany for any holiday I don't take?

In Germany, employees typically cannot exchange statutory vacation days for additional pay, as these days are mandated for recreation by law.
Germany news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Patients, employees worried about Oakland hospital's future after strike

UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland employees ended their strike after a judge ruled against their union's emergency appeal regarding staff integration.
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

Congress just backed off an AI regulation moratorium-Here's how states like California are trying to regulate 'robo bosses' at work

California's "No Robo Bosses" Act mandates human oversight of AI in workplace decisions, blocking personal data access and predictive behavior analyses.
fromIT Pro
3 weeks ago

Will US tech workers get the right to disconnect?

US tech workers increasingly seek a 'right to disconnect' law to prevent after-hours work communications.
fromBrooklyn Paper
4 weeks ago

IRS workers, pols rally against 'disgraceful' conditions and mistreatment at Brooklyn office building * Brooklyn Paper

Elected officials expressed strong concern regarding the deplorable office conditions faced by IRS employees, citing overcrowded spaces, insufficient supplies, and safety hazards from exposed wires.
Brooklyn
fromFortune
4 weeks ago

Nearly 20 states now require employers to give paid sick leave to workers

Starting July 1, 2025, Alaska employers with 15 or more employees must allow workers to accrue and use at least 56 hours of sick leave each year.
US politics
Law
fromCallaborlaw
1 month ago

2025 Compliance Checklist: Distributing the CRD's New Model Notice Under AB 2499

California's Assembly Bill 2499 enhances protections for crime victims in the workplace, requiring employers to provide job-protected leave and accommodation notices.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Telling employee their work is messy is not harassment, London tribunal rules

Performance criticism is essential for improvement and not harassment.
#paid-time-off
fromChicago Tribune
1 year ago
Chicago

Editorial: 'Rules for thee but not for me'? Cook County government hypocrisy becomes all too clear around paid leave.

fromChicago Tribune
1 year ago
Chicago

Editorial: 'Rules for thee but not for me'? Cook County government hypocrisy becomes all too clear around paid leave.

fromCallaborlaw
1 month ago

Federal Court Grants Preliminary Certification in Landmark AI Hiring Bias Case

The growing use of AI in hiring has led to lawsuits, as seen in the Mobley v. Workday case about discrimination against older applicants.
SF parents
fromThe Oaklandside
1 month ago

Strike at Children's Hospital Oakland - what you need to know

Healthcare workers protest UCSF's integration plan, fearing reduced income and compromised patient care.
fromSacramento Bee
1 month ago

How state workers convinced one department to reverse return-to-office order

Thurmond's telework policy shifted from a four-day office requirement to maintaining a two-day in-person schedule after employee protests.
fromThe Local France
6 years ago

Can your boss force you to work during a heatwave in France?

Employers must ensure 'the necessary measures to ensure the safety and protect the health' of their workers, potentially relating to extreme heat exposure.
France politics
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

California's 'No Robo Bosses Act' advances, taking aim at artificial intelligence in the workplace

When it comes to people's lives and their careers, you don't want these automated decision-making systems to operate without any oversight.
Artificial intelligence
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

California's No Robo Bosses Act' advances, taking aim at artificial intelligence in the workplace

As artificial intelligence gives new, powerful tools to employers seeking to streamline hiring and monitor workers, a bill is advancing through the California Legislature to address fears that the technology could unfairly deny workers jobs and promotions.
Artificial intelligence
Europe politics
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Ever wonder if the guy next to you in the office is getting paid more for the same work? Now you can find out

Workplace discussions about pay are often taboo and lead to feelings of distrust.
The new EU directive aims to improve pay transparency and reduce stigma around salary discussions.
#unionization
fromCallaborlaw
1 month ago

Cal/OSHA Proposes Revisions to Workplace Violence Prevention Regulation

Cal/OSHA's new draft regulations incorporate feedback and significantly revise workplace violence prevention strategies, affecting employer responsibilities and definitions.
The new regulations provide clarity on employee headcount definitions, improving guidance for smaller businesses.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

Tobacco company owners indicted over alleged sweatshop wage theft

Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez announced charges against Hothead Grabba's owner and managers for allegedly cheating employees out of over $310,000 in wages.
NYC politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Some federal workers lost health coverage they had paid for. A Democrat wants answers

The Commerce Secretary is called to address wrongful health care cancellations for fired employees.
fromSacramento Bee
1 month ago

CA wants to move telework oversight. Is the budget bill the right way to do it?

State workers protested a return-to-office mandate while changes to telework policy raise concerns among employees about transparency.
#workplace-ethics
#minimum-wage
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

Pizza Express, Lidl and Halfords named by Government for minimum wage failures

Major UK companies have been identified for underpaying employees, highlighting widespread issues in wage compliance.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago
Los Angeles

L.A. council backs $30 minimum wage for hotels, despite warnings from tourism industry

Los Angeles approved a drastic minimum wage increase to $30 hourly for tourism workers, despite concerns about potential job losses in the sector.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Pizza Express, Lidl and Halfords named by Government for minimum wage failures

Major UK companies have been identified for underpaying employees, highlighting widespread issues in wage compliance.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

L.A. council backs $30 minimum wage for hotels, despite warnings from tourism industry

Los Angeles approved a drastic minimum wage increase to $30 hourly for tourism workers, despite concerns about potential job losses in the sector.
fromFatherly
2 months ago

How to Tell Your Boss You're Taking Paternity Leave

Learn Your Legal Rights, And Your Company's Policy: Before letting your manager know of your plans to take paternity leave, become fluent with your company's policy.
Parenting
Remote teams
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Boorish boss sparks outrage after pulling 'sickening' move on vacationing employee

A manager attempted to cancel an employee's leave while they were on vacation, reflecting a toxic workplace culture.
Black Lives Matter
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

Microsoft employee bypasses 'Palestine' block to email thousands of staff in protest

Microsoft's policy to block emails containing specific terms represents a significant act of discrimination against Palestinian voices.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Third ex-worker of Karen's Diner wins claim over unpaid tips as company admits money is 'owed' to employees

Carenin Rosa De Oliveira, an ex-employee of Karen's Diner, won a WRC ruling for unpaid tips, marking the third claim against the restaurant chain.
Dining
European startups
fromIT Pro
2 months ago

'Employees aren't having it': European workers are pushing back on the US-style 'always on' work culture - many are worried about the rise of 'hustle culture' and a third would quit if forced back to the office

European workers resist US corporate culture influence, favoring strong labor protections and work-life balance.
fromFuturism
2 months ago

A SpaceX Employee Says He Was Fired for the Most Insane Reason

According to a federal discrimination lawsuit obtained by The Independent, 58-year-old Douglas Altshuler's former managers at the Elon Musk-owned space company threatened termination if he used the bathroom too often.
London startup
Healthcare
fromsfist.com
2 months ago

Nurse Sues El Camino Hospital In Mountain View, Says Manager Assaulted Her at Work Party

El Camino Hospital is facing a lawsuit for allegedly ignoring a nurse's sexual assault report made against her manager.
The incident highlights issues of workplace harassment and institutional response.
fromCallaborlaw
2 months ago

Reminder: Get Ready for Los Angeles County's Fair Work Week Ordinance Effective Date: July1, 2025

As of July 1, 2025, Los Angeles County introduces a Fair Work Week Ordinance mandating predictable schedules for qualifying retailers, ensuring employees know their hours in advance.
Los Angeles
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

The Indo Daily: 'I'm in horrendous pain. I don't sleep' - Former teacher on the classroom attack that changed her life

I don't sleep. I have huge financial stress. I lost all my hobbies. I lost my social life, my independence, my ability to drive.
Parenting
NYC politics
fromMission Local
2 months ago

SFMTA failed to resolve claims of harassment, says key witness in Day 3 of trial

SFMTA's failure to mediate harassment claims makes the city liable for racial discrimination against Georgopoulos.
fromPortland Mercury
2 months ago

Shoofly Vegan Bakery Employees Locked Out After Disputes With New Owner

Employees at Shoofly Bakery in Portland walked off the job due to delayed paychecks, prompting a work stoppage.
fromTheregister
2 months ago

IT guy let lover into Deutsche Bank datacenter - lawsuit

James Papa alleges unfair termination after reporting unauthorized access to Deutsche Bank's server rooms.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Contessa reportedly underpaid its tipped employees

Major Food Group reached a settlement with Contessa employees over mishandled tips, reinforcing the importance of compliance with labor laws.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Hudson's Bay backtracks on cutting workers' commission pay, but still won't offer severance | CBC News

It wasn't a good look for them to treat employees that way, said a beauty adviser in B.C., in response to Hudson's Bay backtracking.
Canada news
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

'Entitled' Gen Z Starbucks employees blast uniform changes: 'Snowflake behavior'

"Starbucks workers across the country are facing understaffing, inaccessible benefits, discrimination, and low wages. Instead of fixing these issues, Starbucks decided to introduce an unpopular, more conservative dress code."
Coffee
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

My Boss Wants to Sleep on My Couch Every Week

The employee feels uncomfortable with her boss staying over at her home due to perceived abuse of power and privacy invasion.
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Lawsuit Alleges PETA Skimped Out On The Ethical Treatment Of Their People - Above the Law

PETA's questionable employee treatment challenges their ethical stance, with alleged violations of labor laws and retaliation.
Chicago Cubs
fromCardplayer
2 months ago

Casino Workers End Strike At Caesars Southern Indiana

The strike at Caesars Southern Indiana ended with a new five-year contract benefiting about 140 workers.
fromIPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law
2 months ago

POPA Fires Back at Alleged USPTO Labor, CBA Violations

The Patent Office Professional Association (POPA) has filed a charge against the USPTO regarding denied representation during discussions about employee policies, alleging violation of fair labor practices.
Privacy professionals
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

Dublin restaurant goes into liquidation before paying 143k compensation to former worker

Sharanjeet Kaur faced severe labor exploitation and harassment while working for €200 a week with minimal breaks, leading to her receiving a compensation award after the case.
UK news
fromTechCrunch
3 months ago

Google's DeepMind UK team reportedly seeks to unionize | TechCrunch

DeepMind employees express frustration over the company's decision to retract its pledge against using AI in weapons or surveillance, leading to a push for unionization.
London startup
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Exclusive | NYC librarian quits after endless parade of nude nutjobs, unhinged patrons, and a thug who threatened to 'cut off her f-king toes'

A Bronx librarian resigned due to trauma from violent and erratic patrons, revealing major issues in safety and support in public libraries.
fromThe Verge
3 months ago

USAID decides not to collect former workers' abandoned devices

The Trump administration will no longer collect government-issued devices from terminated USAID employees, leaving them responsible for disposal of sensitive equipment.
Retirement
Healthcare
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Fired, rehired, and fired again: Some federal workers find they're suddenly uninsured

The chaotic firings of federal employees have left many, including Danielle Waterfield, unsure about their health insurance and facing potential financial burdens.
Privacy professionals
fromTruthout
3 months ago

Labor Department Employees Threatened With Criminal Charges for Speaking Out

Department of Labor staff are warned against speaking to media, facing possible criminal charges and disciplinary actions, according to a memo from top officials.
fromCallaborlaw
3 months ago

Cal. Supreme Court To Decide Headless PAGA Action Issue

In Leeper v. Shipt, Inc., the court confirmed that every PAGA claim includes individual and representative claims, preventing plaintiffs from abandoning individual claims to avoid arbitration.
Privacy professionals
#tesla
fromFuturism
3 months ago
Toronto startup

"He's Pure Evil": Former Tesla Engineer Says Elon Musk Threatened to Deport Her Team for Pointing Out a Problem With the Brakes

Toronto startup
fromInsideEVs
3 months ago

'Pure Evil': Tesla Whistleblower Will Get Day In Court With Elon Musk

A former Tesla engineer can now pursue her defamation lawsuit against Tesla and Elon Musk after the Supreme Court's recent ruling.
Toronto startup
fromFuturism
3 months ago

"He's Pure Evil": Former Tesla Engineer Says Elon Musk Threatened to Deport Her Team for Pointing Out a Problem With the Brakes

Tesla engineer claims she was fired for raising safety concerns, alleging retaliation and threats from management.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Disruption warning as Scottish Water staff begin 48-hour walkout

At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground.
UK politics
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Thousands of federal workers would be easier to fire under Trump rule change

Trump administration seeks to ease firings of federal workers by reclassifying them as at-will employees, aiming to increase accountability and reduce bureaucracy.
fromBusiness Matters
3 months ago

About to Sign an Employer Settlement Agreement In The UK?

You're getting free legal advice. Some people get sketched out by the idea of a lawyer being 'paid for by the employer,' but that's not how it works. The lawyer is there to make sure you're not getting screwed over, not to do your employer any favours.
Law
fromEntrepreneur
3 months ago

What Legally Counts as Wrongful Termination? A Lawyer Explains | Entrepreneur

Understanding wrongful termination is crucial for employees to protect their rights and pursue legal action when necessary.
Chicago Cubs
fromCardplayer
3 months ago

Casino Workers At Caesars Southern Indiana Go On Strike

Workers at Caesars Southern Indiana Hotel and Casino went on strike due to stalled contract negotiations, demanding fair compensation amidst record profits.
NYC politics
fromnypost.com
3 months ago

NYC reaches tentative deal with NYPD sergeants union after lengthy standoff

City tentatively agrees to a long-awaited contract with NYPD sergeants, ensuring pay raises and rectifying previous wage disparities.
New contract rectifies disparities where some NYPD sergeants earned less than the officers they supervise.
fromNextgov.com
3 months ago

Federal contract oversight employees contemplate resignation offer, as agency faces layoffs and mission realignment

Labor Department employees face significant workforce reductions, leading to deferred resignation offers and early retirement options amid fears regarding job security.
fromCallaborlaw
3 months ago

Intersection Between Defamation and Wrongful Termination Claims - California Court of Appeal Provides Clarification

Post-termination defamation claims tied to the same conduct as wrongful termination cannot lead to recovery if the employee does not demonstrate damages beyond losing their job.
Law
fromThe Cut
3 months ago

'My Company Only Lets Parents Work From Home'

Workplace flexibility should be inclusive of all employees and not just parents, recognizing various family responsibilities.
Canada news
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago

Canadians Are Exposing Their American Coworkers For Treating Them Unfairly

Companies are neglecting their responsibilities to support employees facing border issues.
Employees feel abandoned and anxious about potential job loss due to travel risks.
Lack of political awareness amongst employers adds to employees' concerns.
fromApaonline
3 months ago

Towards a Democratic Economy

Firms exert more governance over employees than democratic states do, highlighting the need for workplace democracy.
fromThe Nation
3 months ago

McDonald's Made a Commitment to Prevent Sexual Harassment-What Happened?

Whistleblowing on harassment can lead to retaliation in the workplace.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
3 months ago

How to Check if You're Owed Prevailing Wages From City Projects

New York City offers an online portal for workers to claim unpaid wages owed from city-funded projects, totaling $4.27 million.
Women in technology
fromThe Verge
3 months ago

Microsoft fires employee protestor who called AI boss a 'war profiteer'

Microsoft terminated employee Ibtihal Aboussad after a disruptive protest at their 50th-anniversary event, citing misconduct and aggression.
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Appeals Court Reinstates 2 Leaders of Federal Boards Fired by Trump

The federal appeals court upheld protections for labor agency heads in the face of President Trump's attempts to remove them.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Charities and even unions have begun wielding NDAs to cow and silence | Sonia Sodha

Unions, while protecting workers, can also perpetuate abuse and discrimination, as shown by their use of NDAs to silence victims.
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