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Starbucks is on the cusp of a major barista strike

Starbucks' largest union has voted overwhelmingly to authorize a nationwide strike due to unresolved labor disputes and inadequate pay negotiations.
#apple

Apple Manager Accuses Company of Spying on Employees: Lawsuit | Entrepreneur

Apple is being sued for allegedly surveilling employees and invading their privacy through personal data collection, even outside of work.

Apple illegally threatened workers over their talk about pay and remote work, feds charge

Apple is facing allegations of illegally stifling employee discussions about pay and workplace issues, as per a complaint filed with the NLRB.

Apple Manager Accuses Company of Spying on Employees: Lawsuit | Entrepreneur

Apple is being sued for allegedly surveilling employees and invading their privacy through personal data collection, even outside of work.

Apple illegally threatened workers over their talk about pay and remote work, feds charge

Apple is facing allegations of illegally stifling employee discussions about pay and workplace issues, as per a complaint filed with the NLRB.
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#sexual-harassment

Plaintiff in case against BlackBerry CEO revealed as former chief marketing officer | CBC News

Neelam Sandhu is suing BlackBerry's CEO for sexual harassment and retaliation, highlighting workplace accountability.

Gretchen Carlson continues #MeToo fight with new NDA tracker

Gretchen Carlson's group launches a corporate scorecard to expose how businesses use NDAs and arbitration to silence employees regarding harassment.

Sexual Harassment Claims Covered Under the EFAA Exempt Entire Case from Arbitration

The EFAA exempts claims of sexual harassment from arbitration, allowing plaintiffs to pursue their cases in court.

Plaintiff in case against BlackBerry CEO revealed as former chief marketing officer | CBC News

Neelam Sandhu is suing BlackBerry's CEO for sexual harassment and retaliation, highlighting workplace accountability.

Gretchen Carlson continues #MeToo fight with new NDA tracker

Gretchen Carlson's group launches a corporate scorecard to expose how businesses use NDAs and arbitration to silence employees regarding harassment.

Sexual Harassment Claims Covered Under the EFAA Exempt Entire Case from Arbitration

The EFAA exempts claims of sexual harassment from arbitration, allowing plaintiffs to pursue their cases in court.
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#unionization

NLRB accuses Grindr of using a return-to-office mandate to upend a unionization drive

NLRB's complaint underscores Grindr's alleged violation of labor laws concerning unionization and heavy-handed return-to-office requirements.

Grindr targeted nascent union with return-to-office ultimatum, labor board alleges

Grindr's back-to-office policy was deemed unlawful retaliation against staff attempting to form a union.

Starbucks Workers Union Slams SCOTUS Decision for Weakening Labor Protections

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled in favor of Starbucks in a labor dispute, making it harder for the NLRB to halt unfair labor practices temporarily.

The labor movement could prove pivotal this election year

The labor movement has experienced a resurgence, highlighted by successful unionization efforts at companies like Starbucks and Amazon in recent years.

Good Vibes workers vote to unionize

Workers at Good Vibes voted to unionize 24-2.
The forthcoming Good Vibes Union will represent 36 employees from eight Northern California locations.

NLRB accuses Grindr of using a return-to-office mandate to upend a unionization drive

NLRB's complaint underscores Grindr's alleged violation of labor laws concerning unionization and heavy-handed return-to-office requirements.

Grindr targeted nascent union with return-to-office ultimatum, labor board alleges

Grindr's back-to-office policy was deemed unlawful retaliation against staff attempting to form a union.

Starbucks Workers Union Slams SCOTUS Decision for Weakening Labor Protections

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled in favor of Starbucks in a labor dispute, making it harder for the NLRB to halt unfair labor practices temporarily.

The labor movement could prove pivotal this election year

The labor movement has experienced a resurgence, highlighted by successful unionization efforts at companies like Starbucks and Amazon in recent years.

Good Vibes workers vote to unionize

Workers at Good Vibes voted to unionize 24-2.
The forthcoming Good Vibes Union will represent 36 employees from eight Northern California locations.
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Woman fired after returning from maternity leave pregnant-again-gets $37,000 payout

A mother fired for being pregnant while on maternity leave won over £28,700 in compensation for unfair dismissal.
#age-discrimination

Elon Musk's X may get hit by this class action lawsuit

Older workers at X can sue as a class for alleged age discrimination following layoffs, with significant financial implications for the company.

'Old people' not wanted at Hallmark, claims ageism lawsuit

The article discusses a lawsuit alleging age discrimination at Hallmark against a 79-year-old casting director who claims she was wrongfully terminated.

Forced retirement is technically illegal, but there are exceptions

The ADEA prohibits forced retirement, but has exceptions for specific job categories related to safety and executive roles.

Elon Musk's X may get hit by this class action lawsuit

Older workers at X can sue as a class for alleged age discrimination following layoffs, with significant financial implications for the company.

'Old people' not wanted at Hallmark, claims ageism lawsuit

The article discusses a lawsuit alleging age discrimination at Hallmark against a 79-year-old casting director who claims she was wrongfully terminated.

Forced retirement is technically illegal, but there are exceptions

The ADEA prohibits forced retirement, but has exceptions for specific job categories related to safety and executive roles.
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Boss at Meta urged to end alleged 'union busting' tactics ahead of strike action

Connect members protest against Meta's alleged undermining of union activities and shift changes, initiating a work stoppage.

Gov. Gavin Newsom signs California bill banning captive audience,' anti-union work meetings

New law prohibits mandatory workplace meetings with political or religious messaging, protecting employees' rights.
Employers can be fined for coercing employees into attending captive audience meetings.
#discrimination

Mom of four battling 9/11-related cancer fired days before Christmas while undergoing emergency chemo: suit

A mother of four diagnosed with cancer was fired while undergoing emergency treatment after alleging her employer committed billing fraud.

Black, gay hospital worker called out his employer for "unsanitary" conditions. He faced slurs. - LGBTQ Nation

Jarrell Atkins, a Black gay man, alleges retaliation and discrimination after exposing severe unsanitary conditions at Detroit hospitals.

MP feared Afro hair could hold her career back

The campaign to include Afro hair as a protected characteristic in the Equality Act aims to prevent discrimination in workplaces and schools.

Mom of four battling 9/11-related cancer fired days before Christmas while undergoing emergency chemo: suit

A mother of four diagnosed with cancer was fired while undergoing emergency treatment after alleging her employer committed billing fraud.

Black, gay hospital worker called out his employer for "unsanitary" conditions. He faced slurs. - LGBTQ Nation

Jarrell Atkins, a Black gay man, alleges retaliation and discrimination after exposing severe unsanitary conditions at Detroit hospitals.

MP feared Afro hair could hold her career back

The campaign to include Afro hair as a protected characteristic in the Equality Act aims to prevent discrimination in workplaces and schools.
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Regulator refused to investigate doctors at Harrods

The GMC refused to investigate historical allegations of malpractice at Harrods, citing time constraints and lack of public interest.

UK workers to gain right to a four-day work week

Workers may gain greater powers over work schedules, potentially allowing for a four-day work week.
Labour's plans face criticism over potential impact on productivity and economic growth.

Australia gives workers right to ignore bosses' after-hours calls, emails

Australia has enacted legislation granting workers the right to disconnect from work-related communications outside of work hours.
#employment-law

US Man Fired After Hotel Lobby Wee Seeks Financial Relief

Becker alleges wrongful termination due to a disability-related incident, claiming discrimination by Lenovo after a public urination incident in a hotel.

Clare TD Violet-Anne Wynne says she 'had to act' as she is ordered to pay former secretary 11,500 in unfair dismissal case

The WRC ruled Ms Wynne's dismissal of Fiona Smyth as unfair, awarding her €11,500 for the lack of due process during dismissal.

US Man Fired After Hotel Lobby Wee Seeks Financial Relief

Becker alleges wrongful termination due to a disability-related incident, claiming discrimination by Lenovo after a public urination incident in a hotel.

Clare TD Violet-Anne Wynne says she 'had to act' as she is ordered to pay former secretary 11,500 in unfair dismissal case

The WRC ruled Ms Wynne's dismissal of Fiona Smyth as unfair, awarding her €11,500 for the lack of due process during dismissal.
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Flight attendant wins case against airline after he being fired over off-the-clock Grindr hookup - Queerty

DM won his unfair dismissal case against Virgin Australia amid allegations of misconduct including being hungover and a hookup incident.

Exclusive | 'Hypocritical' NYC union wants to ban hotel outsourcing - even though it uses outside contractors, too

The Hotel Trades Council faces criticism for outsourcing work while pushing anti-outsourcing legislation for hotels, highlighting a contradiction in their stance.

Law is fuzzy when it comes to employer's ability to search employee emails

Uncertainty exists in the legality of employers reviewing employee emails without consent.

Signature Room Workers Win $1.5 Million Lawsuit Against Their Former Bosses

Workers won $1.5 million lawsuit for lack of proper notice
Authentico Foods workers file NLRB complaint

Work from home employee told they need to use PTO if they want to use the bathroom.

Restricting employee bathroom access is an OSHA violation in the US.
It is important to report illegal actions and violations in the workplace.
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