Why Europe is dying - and how America can escape its stagnant fateAmerica is advised against adopting European-style labor laws, as Europe's economy is stagnating and offers fewer job opportunities.
Donald Trump Pledged No Taxes on Overtime Pay - Where Does That Promise Stand Today?Trump seeks to eliminate overtime pay tax to support workers and boost hiring, yet faces significant legislative hurdles.Republicans need $2 trillion in spending cuts for tax reduction feasibility, complicating tax reform efforts.
Why Europe is dying - and how America can escape its stagnant fateAmerica is advised against adopting European-style labor laws, as Europe's economy is stagnating and offers fewer job opportunities.
Donald Trump Pledged No Taxes on Overtime Pay - Where Does That Promise Stand Today?Trump seeks to eliminate overtime pay tax to support workers and boost hiring, yet faces significant legislative hurdles.Republicans need $2 trillion in spending cuts for tax reduction feasibility, complicating tax reform efforts.
Editorial: 'Rules for thee but not for me'? Cook County government hypocrisy becomes all too clear around paid leave.Chicago's stringent paid time off requirements are causing tension among businesses and municipal organizations.
Beverage billionaire has blunt take on work-life balanceHard work and dedication are deemed essential for success, embodied in Edison's quote on genius.
Bans on out-of-hours work calls and emails are looming. They could bring trouble as well as peace.Countries are increasingly adopting the right to disconnect laws to protect employees' mental health and establish work-life boundaries.
Australians now have the legal right to disconnect from work. But how effective will it be? | CBC NewsAustralia's right-to-disconnect law allows employees to refuse after-hours contact from employers, reflecting a growing trend around the globe.
Australians get 'right to disconnect' after hoursAustralia's new 'right to disconnect' rule allows employees to ignore after-hours work communications without fear of repercussions from employers.
Declaring Crisis,' South Korean Firms Tell Managers to Work 6 Days a WeekWorking six days a week is still common in South Korea, despite recent labor laws aiming to promote work-life balance.
Australia's New Right to Disconnect Law Allows Workers to Ignore Calls and Emails After HoursAustralia has enacted laws allowing employees to ignore unreasonable after-hours work communications, combatting mental health issues and promoting work-life balance.
Beverage billionaire has blunt take on work-life balanceHard work and dedication are deemed essential for success, embodied in Edison's quote on genius.
Bans on out-of-hours work calls and emails are looming. They could bring trouble as well as peace.Countries are increasingly adopting the right to disconnect laws to protect employees' mental health and establish work-life boundaries.
Australians now have the legal right to disconnect from work. But how effective will it be? | CBC NewsAustralia's right-to-disconnect law allows employees to refuse after-hours contact from employers, reflecting a growing trend around the globe.
Australians get 'right to disconnect' after hoursAustralia's new 'right to disconnect' rule allows employees to ignore after-hours work communications without fear of repercussions from employers.
Declaring Crisis,' South Korean Firms Tell Managers to Work 6 Days a WeekWorking six days a week is still common in South Korea, despite recent labor laws aiming to promote work-life balance.
Australia's New Right to Disconnect Law Allows Workers to Ignore Calls and Emails After HoursAustralia has enacted laws allowing employees to ignore unreasonable after-hours work communications, combatting mental health issues and promoting work-life balance.
Judge finds mass firings of federal probationary workers were likely unlawfulMass firings of probationary workers may be illegal according to a federal judge's ruling.
SF's Storied House of Prime Rib Is Sued by a Former Employee... AgainHouse of Prime Rib faces significant labor law violations allegations including meal breaks concerns and unpaid work, impacting approximately 100 employees.
Judge finds mass firings of federal probationary workers were likely unlawfulMass firings of probationary workers may be illegal according to a federal judge's ruling.
SF's Storied House of Prime Rib Is Sued by a Former Employee... AgainHouse of Prime Rib faces significant labor law violations allegations including meal breaks concerns and unpaid work, impacting approximately 100 employees.
Quebec union plans legal action against Amazon over closures | CBC NewsThe CSN union is calling for a boycott of Amazon and challenging the company's recent closure of warehouses in Quebec, which they deem anti-union.
Job Vacancy: People Operations Specialist (m/f/d) // JOIN | HR / Recruiting, Operations & Support Jobs | Berlin Startup JobsJOIN aims to democratize recruiting with a focus on operational excellence in HR processes.
Why Human Resource Management Is Crucial for Foreign Entrepreneurs in FranceEffective HR management is crucial for success in establishing a business in France due to complex labor laws and cultural challenges.
Exclusive: Scale AI hit by its second wage theft lawsuit in less than a monthScale AI is facing lawsuits over labor practices, including worker misclassification and wage violations.
Mounting Backlog of Wage-Theft Claims in California Due to Severe Understaffing and Poor Training, Labor Commission Audit Finds | KQEDSevere understaffing and inefficiency in California's Labor Commissioner's Office hinder timely resolution of wage theft claims.
Exclusive: Scale AI hit by its second wage theft lawsuit in less than a monthScale AI is facing lawsuits over labor practices, including worker misclassification and wage violations.
Mounting Backlog of Wage-Theft Claims in California Due to Severe Understaffing and Poor Training, Labor Commission Audit Finds | KQEDSevere understaffing and inefficiency in California's Labor Commissioner's Office hinder timely resolution of wage theft claims.
Major Trump donors who complained of immigrant invasion' used Mexican workers illegally, sources allegeUline allegedly brings in workers from Mexico using improper visas for regular jobs, raising legal and ethical concerns.
Bolt drivers seek to be classed as workers at London employment tribunalBolt drivers seek worker classification for better rights; case reflects gig economy challenges amid changing labor laws.
Labor board says 'Love Is Blind' contestants are employees. It could rattle reality TVReality TV contestants often prioritize exposure over pay, lacking basic labor protections.The NLRB may help redefine reality TV participants as employees, enabling union rights.
Bolt drivers seek to be classed as workers at London employment tribunalBolt drivers seek worker classification for better rights; case reflects gig economy challenges amid changing labor laws.
Labor board says 'Love Is Blind' contestants are employees. It could rattle reality TVReality TV contestants often prioritize exposure over pay, lacking basic labor protections.The NLRB may help redefine reality TV participants as employees, enabling union rights.
NYC To Raise Minimum Wage Yet Again Come January 1st, 2025New York will increase its minimum wage annually through 2026, aiming to index to inflation starting in 2027.
Prop. 32, measure to increase minimum wage to $18 an hour, trails in early pollsProposition 32, aimed at raising California's minimum wage to $18, showed early polling results indicating a majority of voters opposed the measure.
Residents in These States Receive the Lowest Minimum Wage in AmericaMinimum wage laws aim to ensure livable wages, but their effectiveness and adequacy are still subjects of debate.In 2024, numerous states increased minimum wage to align with federal standards.
Arizona and Massachusetts will decide if the minimum wage should be lower for workers who get tippedTipped workers like Mel Nichols face income uncertainty due to varying daily tips and subminimum wage laws, reflecting broader issues in labor rights.States are voting on issues regarding subminimum wages, influencing the earnings and security of tipped workers across the country.
NYC To Raise Minimum Wage Yet Again Come January 1st, 2025New York will increase its minimum wage annually through 2026, aiming to index to inflation starting in 2027.
Prop. 32, measure to increase minimum wage to $18 an hour, trails in early pollsProposition 32, aimed at raising California's minimum wage to $18, showed early polling results indicating a majority of voters opposed the measure.
Residents in These States Receive the Lowest Minimum Wage in AmericaMinimum wage laws aim to ensure livable wages, but their effectiveness and adequacy are still subjects of debate.In 2024, numerous states increased minimum wage to align with federal standards.
Arizona and Massachusetts will decide if the minimum wage should be lower for workers who get tippedTipped workers like Mel Nichols face income uncertainty due to varying daily tips and subminimum wage laws, reflecting broader issues in labor rights.States are voting on issues regarding subminimum wages, influencing the earnings and security of tipped workers across the country.
New York establishes new legislation for workplace safetyGovernor Hochul signed legislation aimed at strengthening workforce protections and supporting the growth of New York's labor market.
Apple hit with employee lawsuit alleging privacy and speech violationsApple is being sued for allegedly requiring access to personal data on iCloud and violating employee rights.
Fair Work Week Ordinance: Cruel Summer For LA County EmployersNew laws in Los Angeles County aim to promote fairness and predictability for retail employees, mirroring similar ordinances across major U.S. cities.
WorkWhile, gig company, sued by San Francisco for misclassificationMisclassification of workers as independent contractors is a form of worker exploitation violating labor laws.
In Switzerland, it's legal for companies to make workers clock out before using the bathroomSwiss court rules that employers are not required to pay workers for toilet breaks, highlighting a loophole in labor laws.
India: Archaic labor laws allow firms to exploit workers DW 09/03/2024Long working hours at multinational corporations in India lead to widespread exploitation without compensation for overtime, affecting employees' well-being.
New York establishes new legislation for workplace safetyGovernor Hochul signed legislation aimed at strengthening workforce protections and supporting the growth of New York's labor market.
Apple hit with employee lawsuit alleging privacy and speech violationsApple is being sued for allegedly requiring access to personal data on iCloud and violating employee rights.
Fair Work Week Ordinance: Cruel Summer For LA County EmployersNew laws in Los Angeles County aim to promote fairness and predictability for retail employees, mirroring similar ordinances across major U.S. cities.
WorkWhile, gig company, sued by San Francisco for misclassificationMisclassification of workers as independent contractors is a form of worker exploitation violating labor laws.
In Switzerland, it's legal for companies to make workers clock out before using the bathroomSwiss court rules that employers are not required to pay workers for toilet breaks, highlighting a loophole in labor laws.
India: Archaic labor laws allow firms to exploit workers DW 09/03/2024Long working hours at multinational corporations in India lead to widespread exploitation without compensation for overtime, affecting employees' well-being.
Sly Fox Brewing Ordered to Pay Nearly $200K for Withholding Tips - The Beer ThrillersSly Fox Brewing was penalized for violating wage laws, underscoring the importance of fair treatment of restaurant and brewery workers.
South Korea says K-pop stars aren't classed as workers and don't get labor rightsHanni, a K-pop star, is not legally considered a worker, leading to the closure of her workplace bullying case.
California Empowered Immigrants to Speak Up at Work. Trump Could End Their Protections | KQEDThe future of a worker protection program is uncertain under Trump, raising fears of increased deportation risks for immigrants.
Miami-Dade teachers vote to keep their union. This right-wing group vows to bust itThe United Teachers of Dade won their recertification vote, maintaining their role as the collective bargaining representative despite significant challenges.
Bandai Namco reportedly uses layoff-by-boredomBandai Namco reportedly uses 'expulsion rooms' to manage layoffs by boring employees into quitting, amidst strict Japanese labor laws.
Silver Taube: Gov. Newsom signs bills to advance workers' rights - San Jose SpotlightNew labor laws in California strengthen workers' rights against retaliation and enhance protections for victims of violence in the workplace.
Unions condemn 'witch hunt' against flexible working as rayner prepares employment law overhaulFlexible working reforms aim to strengthen worker rights amidst criticism, emphasizing the importance of employee control over work arrangements.
fromwww.aljazeera.com6 months agoTrump promises to scrap all taxes on overtime if re-electedTrump proposes scrapping taxes on overtime pay to incentivize work and aid businesses.The plan aims to benefit workers who consistently exceed 40 hours weekly.
In South Korea, Documenting a Divide Over Work-Life BalanceSouth Korea's work culture emphasizes prestige over passion, resulting in employees working extremely long hours.
Gig Companies Spent $200 Million to Write Their Own Labor Law. The State Supreme Court Could Throw it Out | KQEDCalifornia Supreme Court to hear case that could impact gig workers and industries reliant on app-based platforms.
Prop 22: CA Supreme Court hears case on law classifying app-based drivers as contractorsThe California Supreme Court is set to determine the constitutionality of Prop 22, impacting ride-hailing companies and workers' classification.
Gig Companies Spent $200 Million to Write Their Own Labor Law. The State Supreme Court Could Throw it Out | KQEDCalifornia Supreme Court to hear case that could impact gig workers and industries reliant on app-based platforms.
Prop 22: CA Supreme Court hears case on law classifying app-based drivers as contractorsThe California Supreme Court is set to determine the constitutionality of Prop 22, impacting ride-hailing companies and workers' classification.
The future of hundreds of California farmworkers to unionize hangs in the balance as their employer claims the move is fraudulentFarm labor union battles shape California agricultural landscape.
Project 2025 Threatens Not Only Workers' Livelihoods, But Also Their Very LivesRising global temperatures set consecutive heat records each month.The danger of heat exposure for workers prompts calls for national heat safety standards.
Greece introduces growth-oriented' six-day working weekGreece implements a 48-hour working week to boost productivity, contrary to global trends for shorter workweeks.
Greece responds to backlash after introducing a 6-day workweekThe Greek government defends the new six-day workweek policy as an optional measure in specific industries.
A new four-day work week trial that lasted over a year significantly reduced turnover and improved workers' mental and physical healthA 15-month trial in the UK showed reduced turnover and improved worker physical and mental health with a four-day work week, leading to cost savings and increased productivity.
Greece introduces growth-oriented' six-day working weekGreece implements a 48-hour working week to boost productivity, contrary to global trends for shorter workweeks.
Greece responds to backlash after introducing a 6-day workweekThe Greek government defends the new six-day workweek policy as an optional measure in specific industries.
A new four-day work week trial that lasted over a year significantly reduced turnover and improved workers' mental and physical healthA 15-month trial in the UK showed reduced turnover and improved worker physical and mental health with a four-day work week, leading to cost savings and increased productivity.
Indian gov investigates claims Foxconn banned married womenThe Ministry of Labor in India is investigating Foxconn for allegedly not hiring married women at its plant due to discriminatory reasons.
Why a Swedish metalworkers' union is taking Tesla to courtSwedish unions demand financial transparency from companies to ensure workers' rights.
Why Was Ketanji Brown Jackson Made to Stand Alone for the Rights of Starbucks Workers?The Supreme Court decision in Starbucks v. McKinney will hinder the government's ability to address employer lawbreaking in union campaigns swiftly.