Google said on Sunday that it was “very pleased” to be settling, without admission of wrongdoing, a class-action lawsuit that argued it underpaid female employees and assigned them lower-ranking positions.
Archives for June 13, 2022
Microsoft reaches neutrality pact with labor union
Microsoft and the Communications Workers of America on Monday announced a neutrality pact designed to allow the firm’s employees to decide without interference whether or not they wish to form a union.
How To Create A Destination Workplace For Career-Building
Today’s professionals have many options for their career paths.
How to build a multigenerational workforce
Engaging everyone outside what economists call the “prime working years” is a win for both your employees and your company, but different groups need different professional support.
Amazon calls cops, fires workers in attempts to stop unionization nationwide
As Amazon prepares to argue that the union victory in Staten Island should be overturned, employees around the country are accusing the company of using illegal anti-union tactics
Black and Latino workers see biggest wage gains from union membership
A recent study from the congressional joint Economic Committee found union members earn on average 10% more than their non-union peers.
Grassroots mojo and 4 other reasons Starbucks workers have been so successful unionizing
Starbucks Workers United won its 100th election on May 27, 2022 – fittingly, in Seattle, the company’s hometown.
How The Battle For Abortion Will Affect The Workplace
Since a draft Supreme Court ruling leaked in May showing that justices appear poised to overturn Roe v. Wade, some companies have pledged to help cover costs for employees who need to travel out of state to get an abortion.
Workplace Bias Cases Test What Makes a Valid Discrimination Claim
Federal appeals courts are grappling with the question of what kinds of workplace disparities rise to the level of illegal discrimination, creating the potential for judges to broaden employee protections under federal anti-bias laws.
Why Belonging Is Key to Building the New Workforce
By making belonging a priority, companies can boost employee retention and performance.
The Class Of 2022 Enters A Shaky Workforce. This Under 30 Startup Wants To Help.
As the class of 2022 loads their twin XL sheets and overpriced textbooks into their parents’ SUVs, they’re met not just with the existential questions of fresh grads (What am I doing with my life?
Do I Need to Pay Employees When the Power Goes Out?
I’m running into a weird problem with employees working from home: power and internet outages. California will undoubtedly have rolling blackouts again, plus unexpected outages. My employees do customer service over the phone. They cannot work without power and the internet. Do I have to pay them when the power