NLRB rejects McDonalds’ request to treat joint employer cases separately
The 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.
House GOP votes to curb asbestos victims’ class action suits
The House's GOP majority rammed through legislation to curb class action suits and throw open asbestos' victims medical records/payments.
Mayor De Blasio helps celebrate NY Fight For 15 victory
Mayor de Blasio and the city council have called for $15 in NYC wage but the Republican-led state senate has blocked the desired increase.
Connecticut’s Annual Amistad Awards Rally calls for justice for all
The exciting "Justice for All" People's World Amistad Awards set the tone for the big battles of 2016 in Connecticut.
For union supporters rallying at SCOTUS, Friedrichs case is personal
Outside the Supreme Court building, unionists waved signs with phrases like "Working people want a voice."
Workers, unions may face big loss at Supreme Court
Workers and public sector unions faced sharp questions about union dues, agency fees and what they're used for.
2015 ends with five percent jobless rate, claims of new jobs in December
While the economy added jobs, the workers barely added to their paychecks.
The top 10 child labor stories of 2015
There were plenty of ups and downs in the fight against child labor last year; let's look at 10 highs and lows.
Potato chip boss to workers: “Screw you and your f**king union”
Supporters of the striking workers are being asked not to buy Covered Bridge chips until the company returns to negotiations.
Attorney: high court ruling could hurt all workers, union and non-union
A potential negative ruling in a pending U.S. Supreme Court case involving public workers and their unions could hurt all workers nationwide.
