Labor & Employment

Unions Losing Ground In Many U.S. States

Unions have lost members in 43 states, and the share of jobs represented by unions has fallen in 41 states, […]

Potential Showdown Over Federal Tip Wage

The recent focus on income inequality has led to a push by worker groups, President Obama and many to raise […]

Big Data A Big Trend In Staffing

Think of it as Moneyball, for the workplace: As the economy recovers jobs, employers are finding new, more lengthy and […]

Discrimination Case Could Be Game-Changer In China

A woman in Beijing has settled a discrimination claim, walking away with an apology and 30,000 RMB, in a case […]

Gender Income Gap Persists, Undervalues Productive Workers

The income disparity between men and women persists, particularly in occupations like law, that emphasize long hours. Accoding to Harvard […]

In-Your-Face Worker Groups Are Gaining Influence

Non-union groups like the Restaurant Opportunities Center and Florida’s Coalition of Immokalee Workers are doing what unions have traditionally done […]

HR Managers Hit Lowe’s With Overtime Class Action Suit

Even HR departments are not immune from overtime lawsuits, as Lowe’s found out when they were hit with a class-action […]

Workplace Wellness Programs Bolstered In New Smoking Report

A new Surgeon General report on tobacco use shows that current smokers are 33 percent more likely to miss work, […]

The Employee’s Asking For It

A transfer might be a constructive discharge, even when the employee asks for it.

Yes, Employers Can Win Summary Judgment In State Court

As a recent case from a Florida appeals court illustrates, an employer can win summary judgment on a discrimination claim in state court given the right set of facts.

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